Key Legal Documents for a Series A Financing Round

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As we noted in our blog post about startup financing options, startups can implement various strategies to stay afloat (and thriving), including: bootstrapping, crowdfunding, traditional loans, convertible financing, and equity financing. Most startups implement the following series of fundraising rounds:…
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Six Financing Options for Funding Your Startup

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Choosing the right financing structure is a critical choice for founders. Some begin with their life savings, others run a crowdfunding campaign, and, those eligible, often opt for a traditional loan. Other popular financing options include convertible notes, equity financing,…
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Dos & Don’ts: 10 Legal Failures to Startup Death

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Most entrepreneurs will tell you that it’s okay to fail, and fail hard. That advice is not wrong in the grand scheme of things, but you can quite a bit of pain and expense by avoiding legal failures. Here are…
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What is a due diligence checklist?

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Prior to an investment or sale transaction, prospective investors or acquirers will complete a comprehensive review of the target business and its records. A company’s ability to quickly and completely respond to due diligence requests increases the likelihood that the…
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What is an accredited investor?

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In the United States, to be considered an accredited investor, one must have a net worth of at least one million US dollars, excluding the value of one’s primary residence, or have income at least $200,000 each year for the…
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