by Oscar Jofre | Dec 11, 2020 | Capital Markets, Capital Raising, CapTable, Legal, Regulation, SEC
In its recent rulemaking, the SEC added new Rule 3a-9 under the Investment Company Act to allow for the use of “crowdfunding vehicles” for Reg CF investments. It is important to recognize that crowdfunding vehicles are quite limited, and not at all similar to the...
by Oscar Jofre | Dec 9, 2020 | Broker Dealer, Capital Markets, Capital Raising, Compliance, FINRA, Regulation, SEC
If you’re looking to raise money for your private company, chances are that you’ve at least heard the term “broker-dealer.” However, if you’re new to the process, you might not be too familiar with what they do and why they are a key component of the fundraising...
by Oscar Jofre | Dec 7, 2020 | Capital Markets, Capital Raising, Regulation, SEC
I have long (oh so long) been one of those urging the SEC to give some clarity with respect to the status of “finders.” See here for the latest piece. Early-stage companies raising funds very often reach out to a guy who knows some guys who have money and have...
by Oscar Jofre | Nov 25, 2020 | Capital Markets, Capital Raising, KoreConX, Regulation, SEC
On Monday, November 2, exciting news was announced by the SEC regarding Regulation A offerings. The Securities and Exchange Commission approved long-awaited amendments to offering limits to “promote capital formation and expand investment opportunities.” These...
by Oscar Jofre | Jun 1, 2020 | Capital Markets, Capital Raising, FINRA, KoreConX, SEC, Transfer Agent
As of 02 JUNE 2020, there are 51 active RegCF Equity Crowdfunding Platforms helping companies raise up to $1.0M USD. We are all anticipating that RegCF is going to be potentially increased to a $5 million funding cap. The SEC has proposed this increase, along with...
by Oscar Jofre | May 25, 2020 | Broker Dealer, Capital Markets, Capital Raising, FINRA, KoreChain, KoreConX, KoreProtocol, Regulation, SEC
FINRA BD Requirements for RegA+ & Digital Securities The private markets are receiving a much updated revamp by the SEC which is having a major impact on registered FINRA Broker-dealer firms. Here are two (2) of the most common activities for which FINRA...
