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Oct 24, 20242 min read
5 Tips for Managing Debt at a Growing Startup
Debt can be a powerful asset for fueling growth. Though acquiring and managing debt can be a risky endeavor. Learn to manage debt wisely.
Sep 26, 20245 min read
SaaS Financing Options to Fund Your Startup in 2025
Don't let opportunities pass you by! Check out these SaaS-friendly funding solutions to extend your runway and help your startup grow.
Sep 26, 20244 min read
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.
Sep 10, 20243 min read
How to Prep Your Startup's Financial Documents for Investors
You’ll need to present your financials to prospective investors to get funding for your startup. Here's how to prepare.
Aug 5, 20247 min read
The SaaS Startup's Guide to Cash Flow Forecasting
Want make smarter decisions and secure your financial future? Master cash flow forecasting for your SaaS startup.
Jul 11, 20249 min read
Cash Flow Basics for SaaS Startups
Learn how to manage cash flow for your SaaS startup with our comprehensive guide that covers all the cash flow fundamentals.
Jun 10, 20247 min read
When and How Often to Increase SaaS Prices
Raising SaaS prices is the most effective way to increase revenue. When do you raise them and how do you do it? We've got answers.
May 23, 20245 min read
Creating Realistic Financial Projections for Your Startup
Follow these principles for building aggressive, yet realistic financial projections for your startup when raising capital from investors.
Jan 24, 20246 min read
Why Don't All Startups Pursue Venture Funding?
Though VC funding can be the right fit for some startups, it’s important to ask yourself whether it’s the right fit for your startup.
Jan 12, 20248 min read
How to Raise a Series A Round
There comes a time in a startup's journey to success when entrepreneurs need to raise their first round of growth capital. When you first...
Dec 22, 20238 min read
Short-Term Business Loans: Can Fast Financing Help Your Startup?
How do you know whether a short-term business loan can help your SaaS business grow without adding unnecessary risk and costs? Start here.
Aug 29, 20235 min read
Gross Margin vs. Net Margin: Two Startup Profitability Calculations
How are gross profit margin and net profit margin different? Learn how to calculate each of them and why healthy margins are important.
Aug 17, 20235 min read
Tech Startup Survival Guide: Raising Cash When Funding Dries Up
Lighter Capital’s step-by-step survival guide helps tech startups navigate cash flow and funding to keep growing in a shaky economy.
Mar 4, 20236 min read
The Importance of Bookkeeping for Fast-Growing Startups
Fine-tuned, accurate bookkeeping is a seldom mentioned startup success factor. Learn why it's important to get your books in order, ASAP.
Feb 22, 20234 min read
10 Steps for Setting up Your Startup's Accounting Function
It's never too soon to set up your startup's accounting function & establish infrastructure to support company finances as you grow.
Feb 21, 20235 min read
What Is Unit Economics in SaaS?
Taking a unit economics approach helps you steer your SaaS company in the right direction, with a focus on driving profit and growth.
Apr 21, 20214 min read
Comparing Startup Financing Options
There are more startup financing options than ever. Compare the pros and cons of these 3 popular VC-alternative funding sources.
Mar 19, 20193 min read
Why and How to Pursue Annual Subscriptions with Upfront Payments
Robust cash flow is a big deal for growing SaaS companies, as are ongoing client relationships. It’s savvy to get a hold of more of your...
Mar 7, 20196 min read
Alternatives to Venture Capital: Debt Capital vs. Private Equity [Infographic]
You've built a company and have shipped a product or service. You also have revenue. At this point you might be looking for funding to...
Feb 19, 20194 min read
Startup Funding: When to Bootstrap vs. Raise Equity
When is bootstrapping best, and when is it best to raise equity? Here's a guide for making this critical startup funding decision.
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