Funding Stage

Bridge Round

Bridge round writing for founders raising between priced rounds. SAFEs, convertibles, and when to take the bridge.

6 articles

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Bridge Financing: When Convertible Notes Are Your Best Option

Bridge rounds using convertible notes help startups raise capital between seed and Series A. We explain when bridges make sense, terms to negotiate, and how they differ from…

Fundraising 10 min read
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The EBITDA Bridge: How to Recast Your Financials and Add Millions to Your Valuation

Five EBITDA adjustment categories that translate reported income into true earning power. At 6x multiple, every $100K add-back creates $600K in enterprise value.

Exit Planning 10 min read
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Bridge Rounds: When They Save Your Company and When They Bury It

A bridge round is a small financing, usually $200K to $1M, designed to extend runway until a larger round closes or until the company hits a specific milestone. When used…

Fundraising 5 min read
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How to Run a Competitive Fundraising Process Without Burning Every Bridge in Town

A competitive fundraising process means multiple investors are evaluating your company simultaneously, creating urgency and leverage that improve your terms. It is not about…

Fundraising 6 min read
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Bridge Round Strategy: When and How to Raise One

Master bridge round financing: when to raise, terms, and structure. Use bridge rounds to extend runway and set up successful Series A closes.

Fundraising 12 min read
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How Convertible Notes Work: A Founder's Guide to Bridge Financing

Convertible notes are debt instruments that convert into equity at a future funding round. They're ideal for bridge financing because they defer valuation discussions, include…

Fundraising 12 min read