Frequently Asked Questions

HOW DO I APPLY TO RAISE CAPITAL WITH ISM?

Simply visit ISMClub.com. It will explain the three unique equity funding options offered by the Independent Stock Market for 1. startups, 2. businesses already creating revenue, and 3. companies that are earning over a million dollars a year that would like the awesome benefits of being a publicly traded company on a bid/ask only stock marketplace independent from Wall Street.

HOW CAN MY COMPANY GET SHOWCASED ON America’s Real Deal?

Only companies that qualify through the Independent Stock Market in its Equity Crowdfund or Go Public models can participate on this innovative show where the viewing audience will be given the opportunity to buy your products and invest in your company. Your business must be creating consistent revenue to apply. Visit ISMClub.com to apply, at which point an appointment will be scheduled with a member of the ISM executive team.

HOW MUCH DOES IT COST TO RAISE CAPITAL WITH ISM?

Startup Capital: $2,000 Cash for Three Months = $6,000 or a discount of $1,000 for an upfront cash payment of $5,000; 8% Equity. ISM's Guarantee: If Company holds a Launch Event with more than 50 adult family and friends and ISM fails to help Company raise at least $30,000, ISM will return Company's Cash and Equity.
Growth Capital: $5,000 for Six Months = $30,000 or a discount of $5,000 for an upfront cash payment of $25,000; $1,000 monthly thereafter starting the seventh month; 5% Equity; 3% of the funds raised.
Public Capital: $10,000 for Twelve Months = $120,000 or a discount of $20,000 for an upfront cash payment of $100,000; $5,000 monthly thereafter starting the thirteenth month; 3% Equity; 3% of the Funds Raised. There are additional fees for assistance with acquisitions.

HOW MUCH TIME DOES IT TAKE (ON AVERAGE) TO RAISE CAPITAL WITH ISM?

Startup Capital: 3-4 Months. Month 1: Company schedules & prepares for Launch Event; Month 2: Company & ISM hold Launch Event; Month 3-4: ISM collects funds & helps distribute stock certificates.
Growth Capital: 4-6 Months. Month 1: Company provides business info to ISM; Month 2: ISM & partners create funding campaign; Month 3-5: Investors invest in Company; Month 6: Company receives capital.
Public Capital: 6-8 Months. Month 1-3: Company provides business info to ISM; Month 4-5: ISM & partners create public funding campaign; Month 6-8: Company receives capital & help with acquisitions.

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