In this article, we have provided you with helpful links and resources so you can learn about the new crowdfunding regulations.

Background

According to industry research by Massolution and the World Bank, crowdfunding generated $5.1 billion in funding transactions in 2013 and will surpass $300 billion in funding transactions by 2025. Within the next year, Title III of the US JOBS Act is expected to go into effect, allowing non-accredited investors to invest in startups in exchange for equity. Experts have estimated that crowdfunding could expand the population of potential investors from 2 million to over 50 million investors.

Here are some helpful links to learn about the new crowdfunding regulations:

Title II Announcement

SEC Proposes Rules to Track Crowdfunded Offerings

SEC Amends Rule 506 To Permit General Solicitation…

SEC Proposes New Rules…

Sec Form D And Related Securities Laws: Q&A For Entrepreneurs

Compliance: Filing Form D Notice

Form D (11 Pages)

Crowdfunding Resources

U.S. Securities and Exchange Commission

Financial Industry Regulatory Authority

Office of the Controller of the Currency