Author: Sarath

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Why Do Startups Need 83(b) Election?

Startups looking for venture capital and angel investment should look into 83(b) elections. 83(b) Election can help you save a lot of money in the long run, and it’s generally one move that startup founders should consider. Before making the decision though, it’s important to understand what 83(b) Election is, how it works, and how … Continued

World Largest Private Companies by Revenue

Choosing a business entity is one of the most important legal decisions an entrepreneur makes when starting a new company. With the numerous advantages, it provides to the entrepreneur, the Limited Liability Partnership (LLP) is gaining favor. A limited liability partnership (LLP) is a type of business entity that combines the limited liability of a … Continued

Client Spotlight: Interview with Brian Hutchins, CEO of Waitlist Me

In this client spotlight, we got the chance to interview Brian Hutchins, CEO of Waitlist Me. With almost 20 years of experience working with several successful startups in internet marketing and product management, Brian shares how solving a problem can become a great product for a new business. What’s your story? Can you tell us … Continued

Funding Stages in a Startup: Everything You Should Know

There is no easy way to raise money for a new company. The process of raising capital can take months or even years for some businesses, while for others, it can be completed in a matter of weeks or even days. Many people look for outside funding to meet their needs, while others try to … Continued

Get your VC valuation done by the industry’s leading valuation providers

In the corporate world, venture capitalists have a vast network of contacts. These relationships may be beneficial to the growth and success of start-ups since they assist the startup in forming alliances with potential consumers or commercial partners. Venture capitalists seek a competitive advantage in the market: they want their portfolio companies to be able … Continued

Get the value of your software or digital assets from Eqvista

Getting the value of intangible assets can be quite challenging. One such intangible asset is software, which many tech startups and developers have a hard time putting a price on their work. These developers and companies often receive offers to have them sell their software. In this situation, it is important to get a software … Continued

Introducing New Spreadsheet View on Eqvista

Cap tables are an essential part of a company. Most companies have their cap tables in spreadsheet view in Excel, and include details about the potential new funding sources, mergers and acquisitions, public offerings or other transactions. Private companies use this table to deliver information on a company’s investors and market value.   Spreadsheet View … Continued

Price to Earnings (P/E) Ratios by Industry

Last Updated: March 2023 Anyone who’s been in the investment market long enough will be aware of the many valuation tools that are used. Each one considers different valuation parameters and has its merits and demerits, but none of them are used on its own. Only the best professional analysts know the right combination to … Continued

6 Types of Investors Every Startup Must Have

There are 6 types of investors for startups for those in need of start-up capital. Friends and relatives, crowdfunding, accelerator programs, angel investors, and venture capitalists are some of the available funding sources.  Investments are made by each organization at different times and with varying amounts of money. There are several factors that will need … Continued

8 Pieces of Advice from a 409A Valuation Expert

A 409A report, which provides a fair market value for a company’s common shares, is created by 409A valuation providers. At Eqvista, our highly experienced team of analysts assists all sorts of companies to determine their firm’s value by meticulously evaluating their financial data. To help you understand 409A valuations, we have put together advice … Continued

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