ReadWriteStart

JUNE 1, 2020

It is going to cost a lot of money just to get the initial batch of products to test the market and would definitely require external funding. Bootstrapping. I always recommend that you start with bootstrapping. Bootstrapping is when you put your own money or borrow from friends and family to set up your business.

Startup 150

Startup Entrepreneur Elevator Pitch Seed Stage 150

Berkonomics

AUGUST 3, 2023

When the need is high… For the rest of us, desiring to build large, valuable enterprises quickly, the need for outside capital is high on our list of requirements and even the source for some sleepless nights as we worry over the availability and cost of capital. There is a lot to say about retaining control.

Private Equity 118

Private Equity Valuation Cap Table Accredited Investor 118

Berkonomics

JUNE 8, 2017

For the rest of us desiring to build large, valuable enterprises quickly, the need for outside capital is high on our list of requirements and even the source for some sleepless nights as we worry over the availability and cost of capital. It is for this group that we explore the implications implicit in raising money for growth.

Private Equity 106

Private Equity Valuation Cap Table Accredited Investor 106

Growthink Blog

MAY 23, 2011

An entrepreneur starts a company in classic " bootstrap " fashion - with a combination of sweat equity and their own financial resources. Technical progress and market traction are much slower and cost a lot more than anticipated. The typical wisdom regarding the appropriate financing course for a new company goes as follows: 1.

Angel Investor 112

Angel Investor Venture Capital Sweat Equity Cram Down 112

Tim Keane

SEPTEMBER 17, 2009

.  If the venture with these characteristics is worth investing in, the business is going to take longer and cost more to get to its milestone. Third, angels in particular have had unpleasant experiences with second rounds that are venture led where down-round terms are painful and expensive. Bootstrapping.

Wisconsin 60

Wisconsin Valuation Angel Investor Startup 60

Berkonomics

JANUARY 20, 2010

For the rest of us desiring to build large, valuable enterprises quickly, the need for outside capital is high on our list of requirements and even the source for some sleepless nights as we worry over the availability and cost of capital. There is a lot to say about retaining control.

Private Equity 69

Private Equity Valuation Cap Table Accredited Investor 69

Altgate

MARCH 8, 2009

Later stage funds will end up owning more of their portfolio companies via down rounds and ultimately should see ok returns. The early stage investors are going to take a huge hit since many of their portfolio companies will be capital starved and will be forced out of business or into fire sales. But some will be saved.

Later Stage 34

Later Stage Early Stage Venture Capital Portfolio 34