Ideal for practitioners who advise businesses seeking financing or venture capital firms that provide it, Venture Capital and Small Business Financings explains how to negotiate and draft deals that satisfy both sides' requirements. This resource provides guidance on structuring short-term and long-term financings for small- to medium-sized businesses, and discusses: • Tax and securities law issues • Due diligence • Choosing a type of business entity • Costs and benefits of various financing techniques • Say-on-pay and golden parachute rules • More This title provides a state-by-state summary of financing programs, practical advice, and sample forms.