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Drag-along & tag-along rights

Did you make it through April Fools’ Day unscathed? Good. No fooling around here - we’re all about clarity. Let’s use that spring energy and dive into some new investment-related topics, shall we? This issue of our newsletter explores another crucial fundraising terms: drag-along and tag-along rights.

Call option & put option

Time for the last newsletter in this quarter! We know things are busy over there, so we’ll keep this one extra short. Today, we’re discussing another two investor rights that you’re bound to spot in an investment term sheet - call options and put options.

Right of first refusal

Hey there, startup nation! Q1 is in full swing and we know you might be eyeing a new round of fundraising for your venture. Today, we’re getting personal with another investor right you might come across during negotiating a term sheet - the right of first refusal (ROFR). Let’s get started.

Pre-emptive right

Hello startup superstars, we have to be honest with you. The whole “New Year, new me” phrase doesn’t really apply to us. We value consistency - and that’s why we’re back with our newsletter devoted to explaining key legal terms to startup enthusiasts. Today, we’re launching a new miniseries on investor rights in the context of negotiating a term sheet - starting with pre-emptive right.

Common shares and preferred shares

Startups can issue different types of shares connected with a wide array of rights and obligations. Let's dive into the difference between common shares and preferred shares together.

Valuation trinity

Putting a number on your business can be complicated. Let’s decode the three most common approaches to valuation found in investment documents.

Liquidation preference

Hi there, hope you're having a good day! We’re here to sprinkle some legal knowledge on it. Today, we’re diving into liquidation preference. Sounds complicated? Don’t worry, we’ll make sure you get the gist of it.

Pre-money & post-money valuation

Hi there! You’re back from vacation - and we’re back with our newsletter. Today, we’ll help you understand the difference between pre-money and post-money valuation. In just under 5 minutes. Let’s get started!

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