Both Sides of the Table
SEPTEMBER 28, 2014
Gross Burn vs. Net Burn. Burn rate in case you don’t know is the amount of money a company is either spending (gross) or losing (net) per month. (it Net burn is the amount of money you are losing per month. I often see companies burning $100,000 per month (net) looking to raise $6-8 million.
Both Sides of the Table
APRIL 25, 2011
It would not be a big stretch to image a well run service business like this making 15-25% net profit margins. The founders could reinvest this in growth (0% tax, focus on future equity growth) or take the profits of $12 million and divide amongst the founding partners. You own the IP you create. He is the majority owner.
InfoChachkie
JUNE 25, 2009
Some startup attorneys will accept a portion of their initial fees in the form of equity. When you hit the inevitable bumps in the road, a lawyer who has an equity stake in your business is more likely to be flexible with respect to payment terms and more willing to give you quick, off-the-clock feedback and guidance.
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