Forecastr blog

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Raising capital? Here’s how to build the ultimate investor pipeline

Raising capital is often the single most important challenge facing early-stage startup founders. It’s a daunting task, and it’s one that can keep founders awake at night, even when there’s plenty of VC money in the marketplace.

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Why you should update your financial model (and how to do it)

Your research is complete, and you have built a financial model that tells a great story about your startup. You’ve shared the model with investors, and it’s helping with your fundraising.

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8 Best Financial Model Software Tools Compared (2024)

A financial model can help you build trust with investors, improve the efficiency of your operations, and unlock valuable insights about your business. However, not all financial model software tools are created equal.

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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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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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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.

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3 cash planning mistakes founders make

According to Investopedia, about 90% of startup companies fail, nearly 30% within the first two years alone.