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BrochuresListed below are publications dealing with various aspects of the securities and franchise laws as they relate to the needs of small businesses. Raising CapitalSummarizes the various programs that small business may use to offer their securities. It covers both exemption, or "private placement" offerings and registered "public" offerings.
Solicitations of Interest (Testing the Waters)A program that allows certain potential issuers to solicit indications of interest from potential purchasers before going to the expense of registering an offering. Under the program, the small business is allowed to solicit indications of interest only. No money may be solicited or accepted.
So You Want To Go PublicDiscusses the factors that should be evaluated in making the decision to sell securities in your company.
A Consumers Guide To Making A Small Business InvestmentExplains the factors that a consumer should consider prior to making an investment in a small business.
Quick Guide to Securities Exemption & Registration ProceduresA table of filing requirements for exemption and registration provisions relevant to small business securities offerings.
FranchisingDiscusses the state of the franchise law in Wisconsin and the benefits and protection available to franchisees.
NOTE: Information at this site reflects the requirements of the Wisconsin Uniform Securities Law, the Wisconsin Franchise Investment Law and corresponding sections of the Wisconsin Administrative Code as of January 1, 2009. Remember that the laws and rules may be revised at a later date. Because the assistance we provide cannot and does not involve giving "legal advice," consideration should be given to seeking professional advice (e.g., legal, financial) before making an offering of securities. |
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