Search results

Learn what a priced round is, how it compares to unpriced rounds like SAFEs, and when it becomes the right strategic choice for your company’s fundraise.

Learn about debt financing for startups, including the different types available, the pros and cons, and when it makes sense to use it in your startup fundraising strategy.

Learn about the private capital ecosystem, including core investment strategies, distinct asset classes, and the fund structures and operational demands of the complete fund lifecycle.

The San Francisco Bay Area was the top U.S. metro area for startup fundraising in 2025, with 41.3% of overall cash raised. Which ecosystems come next on the list?

The smallest pre-seed rounds are growing more common, and the largest pre-seed rounds keep growing. Instead of a bell curve, the pre-seed funding market is assuming a very different shape.

The median post-money valuation climbed to $24 million at the seed stage in Q4, and to $78.7 million at Series A. Why do these numbers keep on going up?

Learn what distinguishes pre-seed funding from other types of startup funding, including the different types of investors and typical round sizes for early-stage companies.

Learn how to build and manage your company’s capital structure. Understand the key differences between debt and equity and how to track ownership as you fundraise and grow.

Learn about pro forma cap tables, why you need one for fundraising, and how to use it to model dilution and make better decisions for your company.

Learn more about the entire startup funding process, including the different types of startup capital, what to expect at each funding stage, and how to prepare for a successful fundraise.

Learn about pre-money vs. post-money SAFEs, how they affect founder dilution, and why post-money SAFEs have become the industry standard.