Question 1

How do I know if my startup is ready to raise funding?

Accepted Answer

Key readiness signals include: healthy unit economics (LTV:CAC above 3×), 15%+ month-over-month MRR growth for at least 3 months, 18+ months of runway, a clear and defensible moat, and at least one reference call with a founder backed by your target fund. This tool scores you across 10 criteria based on patterns from 40+ angel investments.

Question 2

What is the difference between pre-seed and seed funding?

Accepted Answer

Pre-seed typically funds the journey from idea to first product-market fit signals (€100K–€500K). Seed funds scaling after initial traction (€500K–€2M). Pre-seed investors expect a compelling thesis and a founding team. Seed investors expect unit economics, growth metrics, and evidence of repeatable customer acquisition.

Question 3

What do angel investors look for in a startup pitch?

Accepted Answer

Angel investors typically evaluate: founding team completeness, market size and timing, unit economics (LTV:CAC), growth trajectory, defensibility (moat), and the clarity of the 10× thesis — can you explain in one sentence what has to be true for the company to 10× in 3 years.

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