Angel Investor
Definition
A high-net-worth individual who provides early-stage capital to startups in exchange for equity or convertible debt. Angel investors typically invest their own money and often contribute mentorship and industry connections alongside funding.
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What is the Berkus Method for startup valuation?
The Berkus Method values pre-revenue startups by assigning values (typically up to £500K each) to five key milestones: sound idea, prototype, quality team, strategic relationships, and product rollout.
Read full answer →How do you value a startup with no revenue?
Pre-revenue startups are valued using the Scorecard Method, Berkus Method, or Comparable Transaction approach — all of which focus on the team, technology, market opportunity, and intangible asset quality rather than financial metrics.
Read full answer →What is a venture capital fund?
A venture capital fund pools money from limited partners (LPs) to invest in early-stage, high-growth companies in exchange for equity, typically targeting 3-5x returns over a 7-10 year fund life.
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