Comparing Equity vs. Debt vs. Convertibles for Startup Financings

Entrepreneurs are not always aware of the various financing structures that may be available to them when raising new capital to finance their growth. And, even if they are, they are not always sure what fair terms look like when receiving term sheets from investors. Let’s explore the plusses and minuses of equity vs. convertible debt vs. venture debt, understanding there are many subtleties to each of the securities below, that may not be addressed in this high level overview.

Read the rest of this post in Forbes, which I guest authored this week.

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