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Is Canada the New China for VCs? Or Just the New Colorado?
Granted, it's a tiny market, but with the disappearance of most of the tax-advantaged venture capital firms from the Canadian market it's interesting to see that U.S. venture firms are increasingly driving things. There was 21% growth year-over-year in Canadian venture investment, but that was largely a function of the growing dominance of U.S. VCs in the Canadian market, with such firms now accounting for more than half of investment spending in Ontario, Canadian's largest venture market.

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“Tips For Entrepreneurs In Selecting A Venture Capitalist”
As a business coach, I do get the opportunity from time to time to assist, guide and facilitate the search for venture capital and venture capital firms. Recently I have been involved in doing just that and here are some tips on what characteristics to look for when searching for venture capitalists. Characteristics of a good venture capitalist should include:
Put passion into your business plan for investors
If you are one of the successful entrepreneurs that have made it to the point where you need outside investment to make your idea and business really fly, this article will give you insight into what investors such as Angels and Venture Caplitalists are looking for in a business plan. One thing is clear - investors invest first in the person, 2nd in the idea. Make sure you put your passion, your heart and soul and spirit, into your business plan. It will be your first, best opportunity to reach them and make a strong, personal connection that may lead to investment.
Is Canada the New China for VCs? Or Just the New Colorado?
Granted, it's a tiny market, but with the disappearance of most of the tax-advantaged venture capital firms from the Canadian market it's interesting to see that U.S. venture firms are increasingly driving things. There was 21% growth year-over-year in Canadian venture investment, but that was largely a function of the growing dominance of U.S. VCs in the Canadian market, with such firms now accounting for more than half of investment spending in Ontario, Canadian's largest venture market.
The new paradigm for V.C. Investing
Venture Capitalists and Private Equity firms alike insist that they only way to garner return on investment is to exit. If you’re investing in businesses that have real revenues and are, or soon will be, profitable and cash flow positive, why don’t you hold the company in a portfolio and take returns in the form of annual dividends? Depending on an exit for a return on your investment seems the highest risk kind of investment of all.

Before you start Franchising
Developing a franchise module requires a great investment of time and money in brand building, training, advertising, expert guidance etc. So if you have decided to get venture into franchising here are some guidelines.
How does my firm attract Venture Capital?
The article discusses facts regarding venture capital firms, who they are, and what they are looking for in an investment .
Buying an Investment Franchise Business Opportunity
An investment franchise is one that normally calls for a solid amount of investment that may involve a while to realize a benefit. You could consider all franchise businesses an investment in one sense since all will require some form of initial investment in order to get started after which you can look to pay it back as the business becomes profitable.
A Coffee Franchise by the Numbers
Franchises often make expensive partnerships though many people find them far less expensive than building a brand new business venture. There are still plenty of expenses that go into building a franchise that are often overlooked until too late. Before you even consider buying into a coffee franchise you need to sit back and take stock of your overall financial situation. Business is risky, even going the lower risk route of purchasing a franchise there is no small degree of risk involved that you will lose your investment and perhaps any collateral you had invested in your business venture.
Let's Talk TV
TV Advertising is a massive investment which most businesses cannot afford. So should you venture down this path?
Everybody Needs a Mentor
What this is all leading to is the blatant reality that the world of real estate investment has become a complex and varied proposition. You want to venture into real estate investing? Fine…but you need a mentor. And chances are that your parents, no matter how well meaning, are/were not qualified to give you what you’re going to need as you explore the ominous world of 21st century investment.
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