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9.1 Close the Deal - Introduction
At this stage you and the investor have probably negotiated a final draft of
the investment agreement. But a few issues, such as the due diligence review,
need to be resolved before you sign on the dotted line. This review is the
investor's last opportunity to take a serious look at this deal, to see
management in action and to get a hands-on feel for the company. This stage is
also your last chance to reconsider. After all, this deal is probably not
quite what you first envisioned. It's time to reassess your initial needs to
ensure there is still a good match. In This StepYou will learn to take a careful, last look before committing yourself to a negotiated deal. As well, you will find out more about the due diligence review and get some tips about how to handle it. This Step will provide you with strategies for conducting your own review of the investor. Finally, you will explore how to maintain a good relationship with the investor.
If you need a deeper understanding of the material, be sure to follow the links within each section. The New Tech StoryFollow the fictional company New Tech Distributors Corp. (New Tech) as it pursues venture financing. This case example gives you a feeling for the "real" data and strategic decisions you'll be facing. You can always get to it through the link on the left menu bar. |
Updated: 2005/07/12 |
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