Learn about different financing options for startups, including debt vs. equity, and the pros and cons of each. Continue reading
Debt vs. Equity
From early-stage startups trying to make it to their Series A to late-stage companies gearing up to go public, bridge rounds are a common occurrence in the startup world. Continue reading
In the midst of growing a company and all that entails, issues like equity dilution may seem too far off to worry about for many startup executives, something to worry about later. But when mishandled, the effects of equity dilution … Continue reading
For many startups, the long-established method of raising the necessary funds to get their business to the next level can be a long and winding path. From conducting research, to pitching to investors, to negotiating equity valuation and potentially adjusting … Continue reading
In our last blog post, we reviewed what convertible notes are, their key features, when, and why they’re used. We also briefly touched on the crowd note as a modified version of a convertible note that was designed specifically for … Continue reading
We often receive questions from our investors about convertible notes – what they are, how they work, and why they’re used. Here’s a quick run-down of what you should know about the convertible note funding structure, as well as how … Continue reading
Turning your startup into a successful company without taking outside capital is a daunting task; but it is possible, if you’ve got the time, dedication, and resourcefulness to make it happen. Many successful startups have raised a significant amount of … Continue reading
An increasing trend since about 2010, in the Venture Capital world, is convertible debt. The thing is, convertible debt has become so defuse that it is no longer a fad but a reality that is here to stay. Here at MicroVentures … Continue reading
About Debt & Equity Entrepreneurs today have two options when it comes to raising money to fund their company, debt or equity. Debt is a loan which must pay back within an agreed upon amount of time, with interest. Equity, … Continue reading
