Frankie ArveloSix Non-VC Ways to Finance Your Startuptl;dr — If you choose or cannot go down the VC path in financing your startup there are other options. Bootstrapping, finding patient…Feb 19, 2020Feb 19, 2020
Frankie ArveloShould You Raise From VCs?This game ain’t for everybody…and that’s OK.Dec 16, 2019Dec 16, 2019
Frankie ArveloAccelerators — 7 Things to Keep in Mind Before You Join One (Part 2)tl;dr Joining an accelerator can be a great idea for your startup if you feel like you need help with 1) connections to investors, mentors…Oct 10, 2019Oct 10, 2019
Frankie ArveloAccelerators — 7 Things to Keep in Mind Before You Join One (Part 1)tl;dr Joining an accelerator can be a great idea for your startup if you feel like you need help with 1) connections to investors, mentors…Oct 1, 2019Oct 1, 2019
Frankie ArveloSAFEs v Convertible Notes — What are the Differences?tl;dr — Convertible Notes and true debt instruments with interest and maturity dates while SAFEs are generally more founder friendly.Jul 19, 2019Jul 19, 2019
Frankie Arvelo7 Key Terms in a Convertible NoteAfter reading about the “proper” way to raise a seed round you decide you are ready to raise capital through a convertible note. At this…Jul 10, 2019Jul 10, 2019
Frankie ArveloHow to Properly Raise Seed Capital from Family & FriendsIn my last post we ran through a scenario where a founder excitedly decided to sell equity to her uncle, an unsophisticated investor. That…Jul 2, 2019Jul 2, 2019
Frankie ArveloThe dangers of selling equity to friends and family for early stage startups.You just received an email from your rich uncle who normally invests in real estate. He is excited about your company and wants to put in…Jun 21, 2019Jun 21, 2019
Frankie ArveloShould your startup hire an employee or independent contractor?Cross-posted from ATXStartupAttorney.comJun 13, 2019Jun 13, 2019