Venture Capital and Fundraising

Learn how “Most Favored Nation” (MFN) clauses in SAFE notes work, how they affect dilution and future rounds, and how Kruze Consulting helps venture‑backed f...

Don't let broken bookkeeping kill your startup's funding round. Learn how to fix messy numbers before financial due diligence begins with our triage guide.

Seed funding is constantly evolving. See how today’s environment differs from previous years, and what founders must do to successfully raise and deploy a se...

See how SAFE and note valuation caps and discounts mathematically dilute founders at a priced round. Concrete scenarios show why early instrument terms can d...

Learn what an anti-dilution clause is, how it protects investors in down rounds, the main types (full ratchet vs. weighted average), and why founders should ...

Wondering when to move from cash-basis to accrual accounting? Learn the key triggers, investor expectations, and practical steps for VC‑backed startups consi...

Learn the most common fundraising mistakes startups make—from raising at the wrong time to ignoring dilution and bad investor fit—and how to avoid them with ...

Avoid common fundraising mistakes like raising at the wrong time, misreading dilution, or choosing the wrong investors who add friction later.

Understand founder dilution—learn how rounds, option pools, and SAFEs change ownership and how to model dilution before you raise.

Explore why venture debt helps startups extend runway, refinance, fund new opportunities, and boost acquisition flexibility.

Learn about the most common events of default in venture debt, how they’re triggered, and what founders can do to protect their startups.

Learn whether an LLC, S-Corp, or C-Corp is best for your startup. Get expert advice from Kruze Consulting on tax impact, fundraising, and long-term growth.