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What Are We Talking About When We Talk Valuation?

Tech Zulu Event

Do you see the overlap with the factors that come into play for equity valuations? Recent equity sales i.e., comparables. Whether it’s your first 409a valuation or your annual update, hiring a qualified professional who can guide you through the process, explain the nuances, and will guarantee its product, is your best bet.

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What is the Right Burn Rate at a Startup Company?

Both Sides of the Table

So money spent should add equity value or create IP that eventually will. A Framework to Guide You: So putting it all together, you should always be mindful of your personal circumstances and market conditions. If you’re raised at $250 million+ valuation even more cautious. There is no “right” amount of burn.

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Roping in the Legal Eagles

InfoChachkie

A startup-oriented lawyer may not be able to convince a jury of a guilty man’s innocence, but they can guide your adVenture through the menacing legal shoals it will no doubt face. Some startup attorneys will accept a portion of their initial fees in the form of equity. Save money on your office furniture, not on your IP lawyer.

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Top 120 Startup Posts for 2010

SoCal CTO

Both Sides of the Table , July 22, 2010 An updated Digital Trends presentation - Jeff Hilimire , June 2, 2010 I do what I hate - Jessica Mah , January 7, 2010 Startup Equity Allocation - charliecrystle.com , January 11, 2010 When good investment decisions end up backing more women CEOs: Conversation with Cameron Lester at Azure Capital.

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