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Revenue-Based Investing: A New Option for Founders who Care About Control

David Teten

A new wave of Revenue-Based Investors are emerging who are using creative investing structures with some of the upside of traditional VC, but some of the downside protection of debt. I’ve been a traditional equity VC for 8 years, and I’m now researching new business models in venture capital. So what is Revenue Based Investing?

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Thinking of exiting your business? Explore every option

The Next Web

Initially, a trade sale to a private equity firm or a trade buyer seemed a good choice for shareholders, and the one with the least unknown factors. Prospective buyers are going to want to dig deep into your business in order to understand drivers for revenue, as well as potential risks. Prepare a detailed prospectus.