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Focus on these 5 series A metrics for fundraising success

Raising Series A funding is a critical and challenging stage for any startup. For many new companies, this is the first time in their financing lifecycle when they’re required to share their actual metrics with investors.

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Do you know how big the average Series A funding round is?

Boston-based startup Transmit Security is developing password-less identity solutions. Back in June, it raised an eye-watering $543 million in Series A funding. That’s the largest Series A funding round for a cybersecurity company in history.

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Crush your Series A pitch deck with these 10 sure fire slides

If you’re a founder with a new business concept, there’s a good chance you’re already working on a shiny pitch deck for your Series A funding.

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What Is Venture Debt? (And Is It a Good Option for Startups?)

Venture debt provides financing to venture-backed startups that typically do not have significant cash flow or assets. As such, venture debt usually applies to early-stage startups that need supplemental financing to grow or sustain operations.

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Understanding Convertible Notes: A Quick Guide for Founders and Investors

A convertible note is a form of short-term debt that later converts into equity at the time of a future financing round. It's one common way early-stage startups can raise growth capital.

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How to raise capital in the midwest: 3 helpful tips for startups

When most people think of a startup raising capital, they envision a small office in Silicon Valley, New York City, and other major coastal cities.

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Fundraising for startups: The art of friend-raising

Fundraising for your startup can prove to be a full-time job. Particularly in the early days of building investor relationships, founders may spend more time growing their network and perfecting pitch decks than running the business.

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Top 5 excel formulas for financial modeling

Excel is an indispensable tool for financial modeling, and mastering its formulas can take your skills to the next level. Whether you're a beginner or an experienced modeler, understanding and applying the right formulas can save you time, reduce...

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10 metrics that SaaS founders need to know before the pitch

In our last post, we shared that the number one reason startups fail is running out of money due to cash planning mistakes. Founders must prove a promising financial model to investors to successfully raise capital and grow the business.