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6 Keys To Managing Funding From People Close To You

Startup Professionals Musings

In the interim, there is no market for the shares, and no dividends or interest. Many use a convertible loan note that may be converted into equity upon the closing of the first formal angel or VC round of financing, with a more realistic valuation. Make sure the money is discretionary.

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The Good The Bad And The Ugly Of Funding From Friends

Startup Professionals Musings

In the interim, there is no market for the shares, and no dividends or interest. Many use a convertible loan note that may be converted into equity upon the closing of the first formal angel or VC round of financing, with a more realistic valuation. Make sure the money is discretionary.

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Founders Finding Funding From Friends May Be Fools

Startup Professionals Musings

In the interim, there is no market for the shares, and no dividends or interest. Many use a convertible loan note that may be converted into equity upon the closing of the first formal Angel or VC round of financing, with a more realistic valuation. Make sure the money is discretionary.

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Don’t Hurt Friends and Family Investors Who Love You

Startup Professionals Musings

In the interim, there is no market for the shares, and no dividends or interest. Many use a convertible loan note that may be converted into equity upon the closing of the first formal Angel or VC round of financing, with a more realistic valuation. Make sure the money is discretionary.

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How To Take Money From Friends And Still Be Friends

Startup Professionals Musings

In the interim, there is no market for the shares, and no dividends or interest. Many use a convertible loan note that may be converted into equity upon the closing of the first formal Angel or VC round of financing, with a more realistic valuation. Make sure the money is discretionary.

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