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For Entrepreneurs: 14 Critical Thoughts on Maximizing Your First Round Investment

For Entrepreneurs: 14 Critical Thoughts on Maximizing Your First Round Investment

Charlie Paparelli
Jul 19, 2019
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14. Don’t wait for a term sheet. Come to a handshake agreement before getting lawyers involved.

13. Having lawyers involved will give you confidence the deal is done right. This is peace of mind worth the tie and money.

12. Don't finalize the deal until after your lawyers write it up.

11. If you do wait for a term sheet, the negotiation then becomes the te…

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