NegotiationFilter: An old acquaintance who I trust is giving me the opportunity to invest in a business in which I would do all the work and he would provide all the financing. The amount of money he is talking about is in the mid six figures. [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Jul 26, 2009 - 14 answers

How will the current credit crisis and bank failures affect the tech industry and particularly the availability and quality of venture capital? [more inside]
posted by jacobian on Sep 18, 2008 - 6 answers

What happens when a little company is interested in getting purchased by a big one? (Take two.) [more inside]
posted by anonymous on Mar 8, 2008 - 6 answers

We’re seeking advice on startup and ongoing costs specific to an Internet venture. We would really appreciate any advice/guidance at all. [more inside]
posted by boone on Sep 16, 2007 - 19 answers

I have an idea for a tech heavy business that I know is guaranteed to completely put blockbuster/netflix/any other dvd rental place you can think of. But I have no clue how to start a business. so where do I begin? [more inside]
posted by tylerfulltilt on Mar 9, 2007 - 17 answers

A colleague and I want to raise money for a project our company currently can't take on. How to get this ball rolling? [more inside]
posted by Mikey-San on May 3, 2006 - 12 answers

who do I find people looking for venture capital (small) [more inside]
posted by patphelan on May 3, 2006 - 8 answers

Where can I find a partner to help me build a business based on a Web service? I'm 18, I'm not going to be in college for at least a year, and I can fund the venture for 6+ months out-of-pocket. But the programming is far too much work for just one person. [more inside]
posted by jbb7 on Feb 26, 2006 - 9 answers