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5 Reasons Convertible Debt Sucks

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Posted by fnazeeri on 2008-06-20

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I just posted this over on my blog [http://tinyurl.com/3n4wsz] but figured some folks might be interested here as well.

There are two scenarios where convertible debt is typically used: bridge financing and angel financing. I've raised convertible debt a few times and I have to say that in most angel funding scenarios it sucks as a way to finance a startup (I think it's okay for bridge funding, but I'd avoid that too if possible). Why"

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Convertible Debt

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Posted by Anonymous on 2007-09-11

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I've had a few people recommend this as a viable (and even preferable) option for us. I know there have to be others out there who are looking for honest feedback as well.

Experienced entrepreneurs - post your thoughts (as comments) on whether its a good, a bad, or (as I suspect) a conditional thing.

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Convertible Loan: is This a New Trend?

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About "The Obama Administration Has It All Wrong"

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Tags: Venture Business Government Debt

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National Venture Capital Association President Admits They are Going After Small Business Programs

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Tags: Venture Business Debt Government

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A Round Valuations Down 25 50% While B and C Rounds Non Existent

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Posted by fnazeeri on 2008-12-10

Tags: Venture Business Valuation Venture Debt Convertible Debt

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More here.

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Convertible Debt Risks

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Posted by Anonymous on 2011-05-08

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Looking for Convertible Debt Standard Docs

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Is an Sec Filing Required for Convertible Debt?

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Posted by Anonymous on 2010-09-14

Tags: Operations Convertible Debt SEC

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Disadvantages of Venture Debt

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Posted by Anonymous on 2010-09-14

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Debt Funding

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Posted by Anonymous on 2010-08-18

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What about Bonds?

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Posted by Anonymous on 2010-08-11

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Designing Angel Deal? Convertible Debt?

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Posted by Anonymous on 2010-07-16

Tags: Preparation Convertible Debt Angel

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Debentures vs. Stock

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Posted by Anonymous on 2010-07-09

Tags: Preparation Debt Stock

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Already Had Seed Round with Equity. is It Possible to Do a Convertible Debt Round?

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Posted by Anonymous on 2010-06-20

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Raising Equity for Debt for a Non Tech Eco Friendly Company

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Posted by Anonymous on 2010-02-18

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Pros and Cons of Venture Debt?

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Posted by Anonymous on 2009-12-05

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Feedback Requested: Recent Terms for Angel Convertible Note

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Posted by Anonymous on 2009-09-16

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Angel Proposing 9% Royalty on Gross Sales, in Addition to $250 Convertible Debt

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Posted by Anonymous on 2009-09-16

Tags: Operations Angels Convertable Debt conversion Terms Royalties Sales

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Looking for a Creative Solution for This

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Posted by Anonymous on 2009-06-09

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Investment Instrument with Acquisition in Mind

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Posted by Anonymous on 2009-05-20

Tags: Funding Sources Terms Equity Debt

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Convertible Notes, What is Normal Today?

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Posted by Anonymous on 2009-10-01

Tags: Funding Sources Convertible Debt

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Need Advice on a Misguided Investor

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Posted by Anonymous on 2009-04-28

Tags: Operations Debt

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Help, Suggestions or Recommendations Regarding Line of Credit

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Posted by Anonymous on 2009-04-27

Tags: Operations Debt

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Lending and Sba Backed Loans

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Posted by Anonymous on 2009-04-22

Tags: Operations Debt Banks TARP