The Minimum Return Multiple is also determined by the company and defines the minimum total return which the investor is entitled to have received by the Maturity Date, expressed as a multiple of the principal amount.

Companies raising funds with Republic are offered the opportunity to be featured in our blog's superheroes section once they've graduated to our home page.

Features are on a first come, first served basis. We generally publish one blog post per week.

Is investing in startups risky?

What is the minimum investment amount?

Does my company need to be incorporated in a particular state to fundraise on Republic?

Example using a Token DPA: Blockchain Startup, Inc. raises $100,000 
and hits its funding goal, effectively selling $100,000 plus interest in tokens. Republic takes $6,000 and Token DPA with a $2,000 face value (later equivalent for cash or tokens).

Example using a Revenue Share: Revenue Startup, Inc. raises $100,000  and hits its funding goal, effectively selling $100,000 in debt with a revenue right. Republic takes $6,000 and a revenue right with a $2,000 face value (which will entitle Republic to payments as if Republic had put $2,000 into the offering).

Can I sell tokens I receive through the Token DPA?

What types of companies use the Token DPA?

What fees does Republic charge?

Investment limits are calculated as (Investment commitments as of the date of the campaign they are associated's closing for the next 365 days + any disclosed Title III investments made on other portals).

Can I fund my investment via multiple payment methods?

See instructions on the Internet.

Only U.S.-based companies are accepted (you have to be incorporated in the US)
Only companies that pass the criteria of our investment committee  https://republic.co/learn/investors/how_we_select_startups
More criteria listed here  https://republic.co/learn/issuers/who_can_raise

How is my investment limit calculated on a 12 month rolling basis?

How do I get my post marked as "Helpful" ?

Can companies based outside the US raise money on Republic?

While raising millions of dollars in funding, our startups:
 

Have doubled their userbases
Pre-sold tens of millions worth of products
Got millions of views
Connected with large investors

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Create a large group of loyal brand ambassadors

In the event the start up folds due to insolvency, Token DPA holders may not receive tokens or cash back, but as debt holders they would be entitled to any available assets over equity or SAFT holders, during a dissolution of the business, generally.

Raising via investment crowdfunding on Republic is not a heavy lift, contrary to what you might expect.

Please note: these fees are not paid to Republic, but are objective costs associated with preparing the documents and running a compliant campaign. Republic only takes commission on successful campaigns.



Form C: $1,500
The SEC requires fundraising companies to provide certain information on Form C.  This disclosure informs prospective investors and is provided to the SEC.  iDisclose, a third party service provider, helps you complete a Form C in about 9 hours when it would normally take over 4 weeks manually. We also have inhouse staff to help you along the way. You are required to pay this cost up-front when you start using the service.
Escrow: Approximately $1,500
All campaigns must have an escrow agent.  The costs of escrow vary depending on the number of investors you end up with and is not paid until after the campaign is over, directly out of the proceeds of the escrow account.
Baseline cost total: $3,000



Other potential costs:

Financials: $1,000–$4,000
If your financials are not complex, you have been diligent with bookkeeping and you are organized expect this cost to be in the middle to lower range. If you already have GAAP converted financials your costs will be lower. If you have a licensed CPA on the team your costs can be $0. If you use professionals expect the bill to be sent once services are complete.
Video: $0
Spend as little or as much as you want. It’s up to you. Already have a video? Chances are you can use that for your campaign.
Attorney review: $0-$3,500
If you have an in-house counsel or your own representation, you can use their services. If you need representation, our partners offer a flat fee structure for Form C compliance and legal review. In addition they will file your Form C, all amendments during the campaign (if applicable) and your post campaign Form C-U declaring the campaign end. Finally, they will help you setup and review your investor agreement (i.e., the security you are selling to investors - most likely our Crowd Safe). This bill is typically paid upfront.
Marketing budget: $0
We highly recommend, but do not require, you to spend money on marketing, social media or otherwise. There might be a live event you want to attend, you might decide to have a party. These costs are optional and you decide on the total costs, but can have major impact on how much you raise.
Credit Card: ~3.5%
If you would like your investors to have the convenience of using a credit or debit card for investment a ~3.5% fee is charged by the service provider. For example if an investor uses their card for a $100 investment your fee would be $3.50. This would only apply to investments made with a credit or debit card, and only if the campaign is successful. Please note, currently Token DPA offerings cannot utilize credit card processing.