Startup Finance

Venture Capital and Startup Fundraising in 2022: A New Environment

Venture capital investments changed dramatically in 2022, as did startup valuations. We explore what's different and the new opportunities a

How to Navigate a Shifting Funding Market: Tips from a Risk Perspective

You’ve seen the staggering inflation rates. You’ve almost certainly been hit by them – at the gas pump, at the supermarket checkout, even...

Benefits to Securing Funding Prior to the End of the Year

Growing startups need capital to maintain growth and cash runway. Here are 3 reasons founders look to secure funding before the new year.

[Partner Blog] How to Forecast Recurring Revenue

By: Our partners at Clockwork Recurring revenue seems pretty simple on the surface, but just because recurring revenue is “predictable,”...

What Startups Need to Know About Seeking Financing During the Pandemic

In the midst of this global pandemic, startups are working tirelessly to keep their business running. For many, that means securing...

Know and Maximize Your Runway

It’s a difficult and confusing time to be an entrepreneur. People are relying on you. Investors may be pressuring you or showering you...

Why Startup Founders are Turning to Non-Dilutive Debt Capital to Fuel Growth

Early-stage SaaS startups are finding new alternatives to bootstrapping & VC funding to fuel growth. Why is debt capital so popular?

Now Offering Canadian Tech Startups Access to Entrepreneur-Friendly Financing

I am thrilled to announce that Lighter Capital is making its growth capital offerings – term loans with approval for a forward commitment...

How Lighter Capital Streamlines Startup Financing Applications

Revenue-based financing is an excellent option for startups that need money to grow, but that don’t want to trade their valuable equity...

What Are Debt Covenants and Why Lighter Capital Rarely Uses Them on Loans

What is a covenant? A covenant is a type of agreement often found in contracts, which obligates one or more parties to either engage or...

Considering a Business Loan? Don’t Ignore the True Cost of Capital

When considering a business loan to finance your capital needs, you’ll no doubt encounter a number of funding options. There are several...

How Revenue-Based Financing and Venture Capital Funding Work Together

As Chief Credit Officer at Lighter Capital, I work behind the scenes grappling with the data that informs all of our decision-making...

What Is the Best Tech Bank for Financing Startups?

Embarking on the entrepreneurial journey – taking an idea and turning it into a growing business – takes guts. This long road to success...

Business Lines of Credit: What SaaS Startups Need to Know

There are many ways to fund a startup, from term loans to revenue-based financing to venture capital. Each type of funding comes with its...

What Is a Term Loan and How to Get a Loan for Your Small Business

Tech startups are often focused on a variety of high-profile funding options to help get their small businesses off the ground. Angel...

Introducing New Entrepreneur-Friendly Startup Financing Solutions

The startup fundraising process is a journey. Whether your business is just starting to focus more heavily on the customer, or if the...

Seed Funding: How It Works

Startups go through various stages as they develop their winning idea and gradually — or rapidly — build it into a thriving company....

SaaS Finance 101: Funding for Startups That Are ‘Non-VC-Compatible’

While getting VC funding has long been touted as the ultimate goal — and a mark of pride — for tech startups, founders are increasingly...

Alternatives to Venture Capital: Debt Capital vs. Private Equity [Infographic]

“I have built my company and have a shipping product or service. I have revenue. Are there alternatives to Venture Capital? Should I fund...

When Opportunity Comes Knocking, Fast Funding Opens the Door

We live in a hyper-connected and fast-twitch world, so why does it seem that funding your growing tech business happens at the speed of...