Raising capital is regulated by federal and state law. To raise capital, you must be in compliance with these laws.
Receiving an investment in any form from anyone who is not involved in management is a sale of a security. This includes promissory notes, convertible debentures and stock, regardless of the dollar amount, your personal relationship or other factors.
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