Reinvigorate American Capitalism Through Crowdfunding
In this episode, we dive into the world of crowdfunding and see how it can reinvigorate American Capitalism with our special guest Mark Roderick. Crowdfunding is an exciting and transformative concept that simplifies capital formation through the Internet. Mark, a corporate lawyer with extensive experience in helping entrepreneurs raise capital, shares his insights on how crowdfunding has the potential to revolutionize investment opportunities.
With the internet expanding opportunities in raising capital, similar to how it revolutionized the retail and dating industries, Mark explains how crowdfunding can connect entrepreneurs with investors in unprecedented ways. Specifically, he delves into the Jobs Act of 2012, which created different types of crowdfunding, including the highly successful Rule 506 C that allowed real estate professionals to advertise and raise billions of dollars. With Mark’s guidance, we also explore the three essential documents in real estate deals that are vital for legality and protection against potential challenges. Join us for this enlightening episode as we uncover the power and potential of crowdfunding with the knowledgeable and experienced Mark Roderick.
Key Points from This Episode:
- Crowdfunding has the potential to revolutionize real estate investment opportunities.
- The Internet greatly expands opportunities for raising capital and connecting with investors, similar to how it has revolutionized retail and other industries.
- Mark has extensive experience in helping entrepreneurs and real estate professionals raise capital.
- Mark is knowledgeable and experienced in navigating the complexities of crowdfunding laws and helping real estate professionals comply with new regulations.
- The Jobs Act of 2012 created three types of crowdfunding, including the most successful one, which was a change in the previous rule that prohibited the advertising of real estate syndications.
- Rule 506 C allows for advertising and requires verification of accreditation for investors.
- This change enabled real estate professionals to raise billions of dollars of capital, making it a spectacularly successful source of funding.
- As a corporate lawyer, Mark can provide legally sound and easily understandable documents to ensure compliance and avoid legal troubles in the crowdfunding process.
- While Mark can assist with legal aspects, he is not able to directly help with raising funds. Established real estate crowdfunding sites like RealCrowd or CrowdStreet may be a viable option for experienced individuals to access an existing investor base.
- For those starting out, crowdfunding requires active digital marketing efforts. Simply creating a website is not enough to attract investors; it is a marketing business that requires proactive efforts to generate interest and secure investments.
- Three essential documents in real estate deals – the subscription agreement, limited liability company agreement, and the disclosure document (PPM) – play a vital role in keeping the process legal and protecting against potential legal challenges.
- Crowdfunding thrives in spaces where limited information is available and can make deals more efficient and known to a broader audience.
- Crowdfunding is not well-suited for fully efficient markets like single-family home mortgage loans or large-scale development projects where most major investors have access to in-depth information about the deal.
How Can Sponsors Raise More Money When A Deal Goes South?
When a real estate deal goes bad as many are doing now, should limited partners have the right of first refusal to invest rescue capital on the same terms as anything the sponsor can bring in to save the deal?
My podcast guest today, attorney Mark Roderick, calls it ‘pre-emptive rights’ and, as you will hear, he explains it can make the best of a bad situation.
But what does that look like in reality?
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Advocating for Intellectual Honesty in the Legal Sphere
In-Depth Commercial Real Estate
Crowdfunding with Mark Roderick
Paul speaks to Crowdfunding attorney Mark Roderick about Crowdfunding in real estate. They go in-depth how the JOBS act that created crowdfunding changed funding portals, advertising, and where the future of raising capital is and what sponsors should focus on and be careful with.
Disclaimer: This real estate podcast is for informational and educational purposes only and does not imply suitability. The views and opinions expressed by the presenters are their own. The information is not intended as investment advice.For any inquiries or comments, you can reach us as info@indepthrealestate.com.
Real Estate Crowdfunding in 2021 with Mark Roderick
In This Episode:
- Updates to Accredited Investor qualifications
- Who qualifies as a “Finder” of capital?
- Title III crowdfunding changes
- How can sponsors and investors take advantage of recent changes
- Why crowdfunding is a marketing business
About The Storage Investor Show:
- This show is about finding, funding, and closing self-storage deals.
- ACTIVE investors will learn how to close self-storage deals and avoid mistakes.
- PASSIVE investors will learn how to qualify deals, markets, and self-storage sponsors.
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Why Everyone Benefits from the SEC’s New Crowdfunding Rules
To the delight of both issuers and investors, the SEC continues to make crowdfunding better as they have announced major changes to their crowdfunding rules. In this podcast, crowdfunding attorney Mark Roderick and Co-Founder of Lex Nova Law goes over what he believes are the most important and impactful changes including raising the limits for Regulation A and Regulation CF deals as well as the ability of “finders” to legally accept commissions for bringing deals to the table. And perhaps most importantly, the changes regarding accredited and non-accredited investors are a complete game changer! In this podcast, you’ll find out why that is.
Listen to “Why Everyone Benefits from the SEC’s New Crowdfunding Rules” on Spreaker.SEC Announces Two Major Changes to Crowdfunding
This special edition podcast covers two announcements from the SEC first brought to my attention by my guest, Mark Roderick, who is best known as The Crowdfunding Attorney.
The first is that in due course, it will be permitted to pay commissions to someone who helps you find equity for your projects based on the amount of money that they raise for you. This is a seismic change. The second is the addition of non-accredited investors to deals that would normally only be available to accredited investors. rules that the SEC issued to facilitate Title III crowdfunding during the coronavirus crisis.
How Coronavirus is Impacting Crowdfunding
Coronavirus is the epitome of what a “risk factor” is in any crowdfunding or real estate deal. As such, whatever the deal, issuers are required to warn potential investors about the riskiness of such an investment. If they don’t, then these businesses can get into serious trouble. Coronavirus compounds that issue even more. In this podcast, attorney Mark Roderick of Lex Nova Law provides some real world examples of what Covid19 disclosures are required in crowdfunding offerings and goes over some of the emergency rules that the SEC issued to facilitate Title III crowdfunding during the coronavirus crisis.
Title III Crowdfunding Changes with Mark Roderick
Crowdfunding continues to grow in popularity. It is a way to democratize the world of real estate investing, which historically has only been open to super-wealthy Americans. Its growth and positive outcomes have led to several changes being made in the space. Mark Roderick, our guest today, joins us to unpack these developments and the positive influence that they will have on real estate investing. In this episode, Mark presents an overview of the current crowdfunding space.
Democratizing investment. A huge step forward.
My guest today is Mark Roderick, founder of Lex Nova Law and one of the top online crowdfunding experts in the country. Mark and I discuss the very exciting changes proposed by the Securities and Exchange Commission to regulation crowdfunding, or Reg CF, the securities regulation that is really the first step taken by the S.E.C. towards democratizing investment. The additional changes proposed will give this regulation real legs.
Making Money in Multifamily Real Estate Podcast
Today’s guest on the Making Money in Multifamily Real Estate Show is Mark Roderick, one of the leading crowdfunding and FinTech lawyers in the United States. He has in depth knowledge of capital raising and securities law and represents many portals and other players in crowdfunding. He has a blog, which provides readers a wealth of knowledge for legal and practical information. He also has a crowdfunding event across the country and represents industry…
The High Return Real Estate Show: Crowdfunding For Real Estate Investors
Jack gets the day off, and Shecky gets to have a one-on-one conversation with Mark Roderick, the leading Crowdfunding and FinTech lawyer in the US.
In this episode, you’ll learn…
- What is Crowdfunding?
- The two different kinds of Crowdfunding
- What and who to look for in a Crowdfunding company.
- How does Crowdfunding apply to Real Estate Investing?
- Who are the big players in the Crowdfunding space?
- The three types of Equity Crowdfunding
This episode is a MUST listen to anyone wanting to understand how technology is changing our investing landscape!
Understanding Crowdfunding
Rules are always changing in the crowdfunding space. Make sure that it is the best way for you to raise private capital by understanding the mechanics of this process. In this episode, let one of the leading Crowdfunding and FinTech attorneys, Mark Roderick, get you up to speed with the new laws and technology, and how the internet has disrupted this industry. Mark also talks about three flavors of Equity Crowdfunding and the rules for each type. Get an investor’s point-of-view and determine factors that dictate how much money you need to raise.
Larry Goins Brain-Pick-A-Pro Podcast
Mark Roderick appeared on an episode of Larry Goins Brain-Pick-A-Pro. In this episode, Mark and Larry discussed a variety of topics, including:
- What crowdfunding is
- Donation-based or rewards-based crowdfunding
- Equity-based crowdfunding
- How equity-based crowdfunding was created
- Crowdfunding Cheat Sheet
- What accredited investor means
- Title II Crowdfunding
- Title III Crowdfunding
- Title IV Crowdfunding
- What they have in common
- Websites Mark represents
- Crowdfunding in real estate
- The required process
- Things to look out for when considering an investment in Title III
- Things to ask yourself to determine what title you need and the best route to take
Simple Wholesaling Podcast: Raising Money Online for Your Deals & More
Mark Roderick appeared on the Simple Wholesaling Podcast to talk about crowdfunding and the laws and logistics of raising money online.
In this episode, Mark discusses:
- Mark’s story
- Raising capital online
- Businesses that have been very successful
- How entrepreneurs and the consumers are protected online
- Portals he recommends
- Where people should start if they’re interested to try crowdfunding
- The “don’ts” when trying to raise money on the Internet
- What accredited investor means
- The types of returns entrepreneurs pay out to their crowd investors
- The effects on the stock market when we have many options to invest in different things
Creative Real Estate Podcast with Adam A. Adams
Mark Roderick appeared on the Creative Real Estate Podcast with Adam A. Adams. In this episode, Mark gave a brief background on 506(c) offerings, 506(b) offerings, Reg A Tier II and II crowfunding, and Title III crowdfunding.
Real Estate Investing for Women Podcast: The Three 
Flavors of Crowdfunding
Mark Roderick appeared on the Real Estate Investing for Women Podcast with Moneeka Sawyer.
In this episode, Mark discusses:
- What is wrong with traditional financial planning
- Why crowdfunding is great
- Difference between Return on Investment and Rate of Income
- What is the “bank on yourself” thought process
- What questions should your financial planner be asking you
School for Startups Radio: Crowdfunding Update with Mark Roderick
Mark Roderick appeared on School for Startups Radio with Jim Beach to discuss the current state of crowdfunding and how the industry is progressing. He discusses the booming real estate crowdfunding industry and how the rest of the crowdfunding space measures up.
The Exchange with KB: Crowdfunding, Blockchain & Cryptocurrencies
Mark Roderick appeared on The Exchange with KB podcast with host Kirill Bensonoff, where he discussed Crowdfunding, Blockchain & Cryptocurrencies. In this episode, Kirill and Mark discussed the JOBS Act, Title II Crowdfunding, Accredited Investors, Regulation Crowdfunding, why we need investment regulation, the future of cryptocurrency, Libra and other blockchain tech and cryptocurrency, and legislation regarding blockchain and crypto.
The Cashflow Hustle Podcast: Crowdfunding Techniques to Level Up Your Business
CLICK HERE TO LISTENMark Roderick appeared on the Cashflow Hustle Podcast with Justin Grimes, where he discussed Crowdfunding Techniques to Level Up Your Business.
In this Episode, You’ll Learn About:
1. The Crowdfunding and its flavors
2. The deductions in Crowdfunding
3. The role of SEC
4. Blockchain technology in Crowdfunding
5. The Investor portals
6. Tokenized security in Crowdfunding
The Wealthy Wellthy Podcast: What You Don’t Know About Crowdfunding
Our guest on this episode of The Wealthy Wellthy Podcast is Mark Roderick, an attorney who devotes most of his time to crowdfunding. Maybe you are like me in thinking that crowdfunding is pretty straightforward and self-explanatory. I mean, if your friend is looking to start a business and you want to support them, you can donate or invest through their crowdfunding page online and that’s that, right?
Every entrepreneur faces the stage in their business where they need to acquire capital, either from acquaintances, networking, angel investors, venture capitalists, or strategic partners. This process is messy and confusing, filled with regulations and stipulations that may make acquiring the capital more trouble than it is worth. This was partially due to the antiquated laws that were created in the aftermath of The Great Depression and were stifling in the modern economic climate. However, in 2012, the Jobs Act made it legal for entrepreneurs to advertise to raise capital. This opened up a whole new world for small business owners and others who were desperate to be able to connect more easily with potential investors as well as investors who were eager to find new opportunities.
During the interview, Mark distinguishes between the 3 kinds of crowdfunding: (1) to accredited investors only, (2) Regulation A to accredited or non accredited investors, and (3) Title 3 – which is the most common. He also talks about the factors that are most important from a legal perspective when you are determining which crowdfunding site to use to raise capital or to invest capital. It was also interesting to hear Mark spell out the 3 reasons why people invest through crowdfunding: (1) they want to support the company, (2) to do social good, and (3) to make money.
Mark even gave me some advice about a real estate deal I am considering and revealed that 90-95% of the capital exchanged through crowdfunding is for real estate transactions. Finally, he busted a couple of myths regarding the amount of risk involved in crowdfunding and whether money raised from others is subject to securities laws.
Real Estate Nerds: Syndications, Cryptocurrencies and Crowdfunding, Oh My! with Mark Roderick – Bad Beats
Mark Roderick fills us in on how the rich can take care of themselves and the non-rich need the government which is why he thinks crowdfunding is so important to the regular Joe. Since the JOBS Act of 2012, Mark has spent much of his time in the crowdfunding space. If you have ever thought to yourself the internet is a ruthless landscape slowly squeezing the middleman and driving human being up the value chain? Then you’ll want to tune into this week’s episode where Mark will explain everything from syndications to cryptocurrencies to crowdfunding, oh my!
The Real Estate Locker Room Podcast with John Carney: Crowdfunding 101: Just the Facts with Mark Roderick
Mark Roderick joins John Carney in The Real Estate Locker Room to discuss Crowdfunding and how to arm you with the knowledge to close the deal.
Consensus Network Podcast: Crypto Thaw And Crypto Law
On this episode of the Consensus Network Podcast, host Buck Joffrey discusses how regulations and laws are affecting the crypto landscape for better and for worse with FG’s Mark Roderick. Here are some highlights:
- The “Wild Wild West” of crypto ICOs
- What happens to tokens that violated the SEC rules?
- What needs to happen for exchanges to become more compliant in the eyes of american securities law?
- The possibility of a crypto ETF
- Utility tokens vs. security tokens
The Real Estate Syndication Show With Whitney Sewell
Raising money without begging investors is no easy task for startups. At times, help from a third-party individual is needed to make it happen. But how do you know if you are legally paying brokers to raise capital and not breaking any law or guides set by the Securities and Exchange Commission?
In this interview, Mark Roderick explains what a broker is, and the legal process that raising money entails. He cites examples of the repercussions of hiring an unlicensed broker-dealer, gives advice on the lessons he has learned in the industry, and touches on his blog that tackles crowdfunding.
The Real Estate Way to Wealth and Freedom: Crowdfunding & Fintech with Mark Roderick
In this episode of The Real Estate Way to Wealth and Freedom, you will learn:
- Crowdfunding – what it is and how it relates to real estate
- Comparing and contrasting crowdfunding and syndication
- How much money you can raise and who you can raise money from
- Title 2, Title 3, & Title 4 crowdfunding – what to know
- Predictions of how technology will impact real estate investing in the future
A Millennial’s Guide to Real Estate Investing
On this episode of A Millennial’s Guide to Real Estate Investing, host Antoine Martel sits down with Mark Roderick, a leading crowdfunding, investing and fintech lawyer. They talk about blockchain, crowdfunding, the JOBS act, and how all of these things are going to be changing the real estate industry. Also discussed are the different types of crowdfunding flavors and how each of them work.
Crowdfunding and Fintech for Real Estate
Technology has made it easier to raise capital for real estate deals. Crowdfunding has grown exponentially, so we talked to Mark Roderick to learn more about crowdfunding and fintech (financial technology). Mark is one of the leading crowdfunding and fintech lawyers in the US with extensive knowledge of capital raising and securities law. On this episode, he talks about different ways to use the internet to raise money and the impact new technologies will have on the way we buy real estate.
7 Rules For Real Estate Investing
In this episode, Mark Roderick explains crowdfunding, staying legal, and the unusual fate of cryptocurreny. Check it out!
Crowdfunding Demystified: Crowdfunding Attorney Mark Roderick on Equity Crowdfunding
Interested in equity crowdfunding? What about understanding how to raise money from the crowd? In this podcast, Mark Roderick does a complete brain dump on all of the regulations impacting raising funds online.
You’ll discover how crowdfunding regulations differ, how to do an online securities offering, and what makes a successful campaign.
The goal of this episode is to bring you accurate and quality information so that you can go out there and raise money from the crowd, be it for real estate or a new business venture.
Lifetime CashFlow through Real Estate Investing Podcast with Rod Khleif
Mark Roderick – SEC Attorney talks Real Estate Syndications
Here is some of what you will learn: Real Estate Syndications OPM (Other People’s Money) and Securities Laws Understanding Securities Exemptions Most common exemptions for syndications The 506(b) exemption Accredited Investors Sophisticated Investors The JOBs act The 506(c) exemption Understanding Reg A Documents for Syndication (3) Learn more about our guest, visit: Crowdfundattny.com
Successfully Funded Podcast with Host Jeff Wenzel
In this episode, host Jeff Wenzel talks with corporate and securities lawyer, Mark Roderick. Since the JOBS Act of 2012, Mark has spent all of his time in the Crowdfunding space and today is one of the leading Crowdfunding and Fintech lawyers in the United States.
Creative Real Estate Podcast with Host Adam Adams
Mark Roderick is a very “boring” corporate and securities lawyer at Flaster Greenberg PC in Cherry Hill, NJ. Since the JOBS Act of 2012, he has spent all of his time in the Crowdfunding space and today is one of the leading Crowdfunding and Fintech lawyers in the United States.
Topics discussed:
- Legalities
- Crowdfunding
- Events
Links mentioned in this episode: Crowdfunding Cheat Sheet
Podcast: MAPABLE USA
Why Qualified Opportunity Zone Funds Are the Hottest Topic of Crowdfunding Real Estate
The word is out about Qualified Opportunity Zones (QOZ) and just about every real estate professional in the country is interested about how this IRS sanctioned program works. Investing in a QOZ Fund provides all Americans with a way to save money on their taxes and provides real estate developers with a great angle to raise money for their projects. But are these investment vehicles securities? Can non-accredited investors participate in this form of crowdfunding? How can issuers create their own fund? Listen to attorney Mark Roderick from Flaster Greenberg PC address these questions, what the intricacies of QOZ investing are, and many other items of interest on this episode of the Mapable USA crowdfunding podcast.
While most funds center around real estate projects, any form of substantial improvement into a Qualified Opportunity Zone will satisfy the requirement of a QOZ fund – and that includes bringing in businesses and employment opportunities into these distressed communities. As such, the QOZ Marketplace is a website in progress connecting and identifying Qualified Opportunity Zone tracks and census data, along with a list of Opportunity Zone Funds and real estate properties for those interested in QOZ investing. Because of their tax deferral benefits, getting people seeking to defer their capital gains taxes to invest in these funds probably won’t be an issue. But Mr. Roderick brings up a great point: because QOZ Funds are self-certified, it’s important to be on the outlook for fraud. His advice? Look for a deal with a strong foundation with reputable people – the tax deferral savings is just icing on the cake! You can contact him by email or at 856.661.2265.
Podcast: ART OF THE KICKSTART
Crowdfunding From a Legal Perspective with Attorney Mark Roderick
What does the crowdfunding sector look like from a legal perspective? How do recent and previous laws passed by Congress impact startup entrepreneurs and crowdfunding campaigns? Here to give his unique take on the subject is one of the leading crowdfunding and financial technology lawyers in the United States, Mark Roderick. In his conversation with Roy, Mark opens up about the JOBS Act of 2012, the pros and cons of equity crowdfunding, various liability concerns that startup entrepreneurs should keep on their radar and much more. You don’t want to miss a minute of this engaging episode featuring Mark!
Podcast: MORRIS INVEST
Crowdfunding Real Estate with Mark Roderick
Crowdfunding real estate is a simple concept, but one that has a lot of legal stipulations. Today’s guest, Mark Roderick, is a crowdfunding attorney who is here to share his expertise! On this episode of Investing in Real Estate, you’ll learn about the history of crowdfunding, how it works, and so much more!
Podcast: REAL ESTATE INVESTING FOR CASH FLOW
A Primer on Real Estate Crowdfunding – with Mark Roderick
In this episode of The Real Estate Investing for Cash Flow Podcast, Kevin shares the mic with Mark Roderick — Corporate Securities Lawyer with a special focus in Fintech and Crowdfunding. Since the JOBS act of 2012, Mark has spent the majority of his time advising and representing the interests of upstart firms and companies on their fundraising activities. In addition, the contributions to his personal blog give detailed insight into the best fundraising strategies of the digital era. HIGHLIGHTS [10:52] What was the ultimate catalyst for the JOBS act of 2012? [16:28] What is Mark’s “3 Flavors” of Crowdfunding? [25:44] What are the costs associated with setting up a Regulation A Public Offering? [33:42] What role has investor portals played in the last few years? [41:23] Mark’s closing thoughts.
Podcast: MAPABLE USA
Selling Real Estate, Stock, or Investments? How to Defer Your Capital Gains Tax with Qualified Opportunity Zone Funds
“I’m from the government and I’m here to help”. That phrase made famous by Ronald Reagan usually doesn’t seem to apply for everyday investors, but in the case of Qualified Opportunity Zones (QOZ) , it may make sense. If you’re facing capital gains taxes, investing in a QOZ Fund allows you to defer your taxable gains in an unprecedented manner. Listen to this podcast as attorney Mark Roderick from Flaster Greenberg PC explains the many intricacies of this IRS sanctioned program and learn some tips and tricks on how to make this program work for you. They don’t call this “opportunity” for nothing!
Podcast: CASHFLOW NINJA w/ M.C Laubscher
A Legal Perspective on Crowdfunding, Blockchain, Tokens & Cryptocurrencies
Check out this podcast with Mark Roderick and host M.C Laubscher of CASHFLOW NINJA talking about the legal perspectives on Crowdfunding, tokens, cryptocurrencies and the blockchain world, including the three “flavors” of Crowdfunding.
Podcast: KATIPULT
Complete Guide to Investment Crowdfunding Regulations in the US
Are the countless rules, regulations and exemptions surrounding crowdfunding in the US starting to get too difficult to keep track of?
To help you get a better understanding of regulation relevant to your company, we partnered with one of the leading investment crowdfunding attorneys in the US, Mark Roderick. He is joining us from Flaster Greenberg PC, and will share information that will help you navigate the complex crowdfunding regulations in the US.
Podcast: Regulation A+ Crowdfunding
Tokenization: The Legal Take on Jobs Act Equity Crowdfunding and Security Token Offerings
If you’re a entrepreneur, you’re probably looking for some way to raise capital. You probably have heard of crowdfunding, but you may not have heard of the Jobs Act of 2012 and how it relates to crowdfunding – which is significant because its potential is enormous. Besides Regulation A+, Reg. CF, and Title II crowdfunding options to name a few, now investors and issuers can take advantage of the “tokenization” of assets via Security Token Offerings based on blockchain technology. However, there are complicated rules associated with all aspects of crowdfunding, which is why it’s so important to have legal representation throughout all phases of the process.
In this podcast episode, we interviewed crowdfunding attorney Mark Roderick from Flaster Greenberg PC who gave us many insights on crowdfunding in general, plus his take on tokenization and what security tokens can actually do for issuers and investors alike. Forget what everyone says about raising money. As stated on the podcast, crowdfunding is a marketing business, but it’s smart to have legal counsel at all times too – which is why anyone thinking of getting involved with crowdfunding on any level would be wise to contact Mr. Roderick and read his crowdfunding blog where you can find hundreds of posts with excellent information dedicated to legal crowdfunding success. See that? Sometimes lawyers can be your friend!
And speaking of crowdfunding, according to Mark, about 90% of the Reg.A+ crowdfunding deals he’s seen is regarding real estate. You know what most of the Reg.CF deals are? (here’s a hint).
Podcast: Best Real Estate Investing Advice Ever
Legal Apartment Syndication Jargon From A Boring Corporate & Securities Lawyer
Mark has been a guest before, but we did our shows backwards. Usually, we’ll have a guest on to give their Best Ever Advice and then come back for a weekend show after that. Well, we’ve heard Mark’s Skill Set Sunday Episode already, now let’s hear his real estate investing story and Best Ever real estate investing advice.
Podcast: Crypto the WonderDog
Crowdfunding & Fintech Attorney Mark Roderick
Podcast: The BAD Crypto Podcast
Crowdfunding Law with Mark Roderick
The past couple years have seen a boom in the ICO space, followed by a whole lot of uncertainty. That’s due not only to the prices of crypto tanking this year, but also because of the issues surrounding the legality of issuing tokens and coins.
While we {podcast hosts} aren’t financial advisors or legal experts, we are fortunate to encounter people who are. And today we’ll have a very informative discussion with Mark Roderick, one of the leading crowdfunding and fintech lawyers in the US. You’ll discover what’s legal, what’s not and where the future is taking us.
You don’t need to be Perry Mason to know the SEC is going to crack down on the scams, but it’s important to know how regulation is going to legitimize our beloved blockchain world.
You be the judge and the jury today as we welcome you to episode #205 of The Bad Crypto Podcast.
Podcast: BYU Radio – Top of Mind with Julie Rose Featuring Mark Roderick
What Guardrails Guarantee Crowdfunding Money Ends Up in the Right Hands?
Nearly a quarter of Americans have contributed to one of those crowdsourced fundraisers online like GoFundMe or Kickstarter. The ability to quickly raise money from lots of people has launched successful startups and led to heartwarming tales about a sick child’s hospital bills getting paid, or a young widow getting help with burial expenses or a viral story of a good deed leading to a huge cash windfall for a lucky Good Samaritan. But it’s not all warm fuzzies and faith in humanity on these sites. Fraud happens.
Podcast: The Business Credit & Financing Show Featuring Mark Roderick
How to Avoid Crowdfunding Legal Pitfalls
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Mark Roderick is one of the leading Crowdfunding and Fintech lawyers in the United States. Expanding on his in-depth knowledge of capital-raising and securities law, Mark represents many portals and other players in the Crowdfunding field. He writes a widely read blog, crowdfundattny.com, which provides readers with a wealth of legal and practical information for portals, issuers and investors. He also speaks at Crowdfunding events across the country and represents industry participants across the country and around the world.
During This Show We Discuss…
- Your potential legal liability using crowdfunding platforms
- When a potential investor can sue the project creator
- The “3 flavors” of crowdfunding you should know about
- Legal issues with flex versus fixed funding
- How the new tax law affects crowdfunding
- 20% tax deduction in crowdfunding transactions
- Getting crowd funding for real estate investing
- What you should know about peer-to-peer lending
- Issues with bonuses you may offer to donors
- What to know about the SEC’s role in crowdfunding
- What an opportunity zone fund is and how they work
- Why trusts invest in crowdfunding projects
- Other big investors who are investing in crowdfunding campaigns
- Potential legal pitfalls in peer-to-peer lending?
- And much more
Webinar: Complete Guide to Investment Crowdfunding Regulations in the U.S.
September 27, 2018
Are the countless rules, regulations and exemptions surrounding crowdfunding in the US starting to get too difficult to keep track of? Check out this webinar featuring Mark Roderick where he shares information that will help you navigate the complex crowdfunding regulations in the US.
GoFundME Done Wrong – Crowdfunding for Homeless Man John Bobbit
September 16, 2018
Host and KYW Newsradio community affairs reporter Cherri Gregg asks the burning questions about a viral GoFundMe campaign gone wrong. It all began last year when Johnny Bobbit, a homeless veteran gave $20 to a stranded Katie McClure. To return the favor, McClure and boyfriend Mark D’Marco set up a GoFundMe account to help Bobbitt. The effort got widespread support, raising $400,000. Fast forward and Bobbitt claims the New Jersey couple didn’t give him the money that was raised. He lawyered up and filed a lawsuit and now the couple could be indicted on fraud charges. What are the rules of crowdfunding online and beyond? How can donors protect themselves from fraudsters? Who must pay if a “fundraiser” turns out to be fraud. Panelists this week include Mark Roderick, an attorney with Flaster Greenberg who specializes in crowdfunding, Mu’min Islam, an attorney who represented a homeless couple that sued a non-profit that raised money on their behalf and Tom Nickels, a freelance journalist who knows Bobbit and penned a column titled, “City Safari: Faux Friends Defund Johnny.
Click here to listen to the podcast.
New York 2018 Fintech World Conference -Regulatory Compliance: ICO’s, SECm Bitcoin and ETFs
The Harvard Business School Club of New York
New York 2018 Fintech World Conference – Blockchain Is A Technology, Not A Philosophy
The Harvard Business School Club of New York
National Real Estate Forum | The Real Crowdfund Project
Check out this podcast with Dr. Adam Gower, who runs The Real Crowdfund Project, where developers, investors and industry leaders share insights that you can sue to raise capital and invest in crowdfunded real estate deals.
REALCROWD Podcast – Operating Agreements & Waterfalls
Listen as Tyler Stewart and Mark Roderick discuss operating agreements, waterfalls and the history behind why and LLC exists.
REALCROWD Podcast – An Attorney’s Take On Real Estate Crowdfunding
Listen as Adam Hooper and Mark Roderick discuss crowdfunding for real estate and the legal documents investors sign when investing in a real estate deal.
4th Annual Crowdfunding USA Conference
BigBiz Radio
#CrowdfundingUncut Podcast
Check out this podcast for #CrowdfundingUncut where I talk about the Equity Crowdfunding industry. This episode takes a look at the legal liability of Equity Crowdfunding, and also touches on Rewards Liability as well. Click here to listen.
Equity Crowdfunding & Regulation A+ Workshop Webinar
Workshop on Regulation A+ With Jillian Sidoti
Down the Business with Jack Miller 880AM The Biz
Podcast: An Australian’s Guide to Investing in U.S. Real Estate
I had the pleasure of being interviewed by Reed Goossens, who speaks with a strange accent but knows a heck of a lot about real estate. During the program, the third installment in Reed’s series on U.S. real estate syndication, I talked about raising capital from non- U.S. investors and other more general issues that face syndicators and investors. Click here to listen.
Crowdfunding.Biz
Josef Helm runs a terrific site called crowdfunding.biz focused on the Crowdfunding industry. This week Josef interviewed me as part of his Crowdfunding Industry Spotlight series. He asked how I got into the Crowdfunding industry, my advice for those getting in today, my hopes and expectations for the future of Crowdfunding, and a bunch of other illuminating questions.
If you’re interested, my interview is HERE. But as long as you’re at the site, take a look at the eight other people Josef has identified as industry leaders, people like Richard Swart and Joy Schoffler. Responding to the same questions, you might find their answers more interesting.
I’m honored to have been selected. Josef, thank you for what you do in this space.