alternative financing models
4 tips to find the funding that fits your business
Not all capital providers are equal, so seeking financing isn’t just about securing capital — it's about finding the funding to fit your needs.
Are convertible notes the right way to fund your startup?
If an early-stage startup is ready to raise money but its valuation hasn't been established yet, a convertible note can serve as a good fundraising option.
Founders should use predictive modeling to fundraise smarter
Even with the rampant enthusiasm for pouring bigger equity checks into startups, founders are now in a unique place in time where they can think differently about how to capitalize their companies.
Why and when startups should look to diverse sources of capital
Venture capital is a popular source of capital for early-stage startups, but it's not the only one. Debt is an increasingly popular alternative, as is non-dilutive, revenue-based financing.
Should you raise equity venture capital or revenue-based investing VC?
Most founders who are raising capital look first to traditional equity VCs. But should they? Or should they look to one of the new wave of revenue-based investors?