Startup Funding

An angel investor is a high-net-worth individual investing personal funds into early-stage startups. This guide defines their role, motivation, and how they differ from venture capitalists.

Raising money is often confused with success. This article unpacks the economics of Venture Capital to help founders decide if they need funding or just self-esteem.

Debt financing involves borrowing capital rather than selling ownership. This article explores the mechanics of debt, the trade-offs with equity, and the risks of leverage.

Funding often hides fatal flaws in a business model. Bootstrapping forces you to solve problems with creativity rather than cash. This article explores how scarcity acts as a filter for bad ideas.

A convertible note is a loan that transforms into equity. This article explains the mechanics of the conversion, the importance of valuation caps, and how it differs from a SAFE.