Equity deal terms should be thoroughly understood before choosing to make an investment in a startup. There are multiple combinations, and every equity deal is unique. So how can investors understand the specific terms of the equity deal? How do … Continue reading
Debt vs. Equity
When startups decide to raise capital, they are often faced with the decision of offering debt or equity to their investors. In this blog, we will cover the basics of what debt and equity financing are, the potential risks and … Continue reading
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
