Legal Issues when Building a Business | 779

"You're out of your freaking mind if you try to do this yourself." – Dave Lorenzo

What You’ll Discover Today:
  • Why raising capital without legal help could land you in serious trouble
  • The myth of the “finder’s fee” and how it could kill your deal—or worse
  • How regulatory violations can come back to haunt you, even years later
  • What smart lawyers look for when reviewing your capital raise
  • The legal and financial risks of unlicensed capital-raising activities
Key Topics Discussed:
  • The extreme risks involved in handling capital raises without experienced legal counsel
  • Why “finder’s fees” are illegal unless paid to a licensed broker-dealer
  • How improper fundraising methods can trigger criminal and civil penalties
  • Real-world examples of deals unraveling during M&A due diligence
  • The permanent nature of securities violations—and how they can resurface years later
  • How unlicensed intermediaries can endanger the company, the officers, and themselves
  • The role of attorneys in spotting and reporting securities violations
  • The time-costly process of correcting capital-raising mistakes—and how it can kill your exit
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Call to Action:
Thinking about raising capital for your business? Don’t make the mistake that could ruin your exit. Before you talk to investors, talk to your lawyer—and listen to this episode first.
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