Startup fundraising: What makes a cap table investor-ready and what raises red flags

Eugenio Marongiu // ShutterstockStartup fundraising: What makes a cap table investor-ready and what raises red flagsIn startup fundraising, ownership structure can be as decisive as revenue growth or market size. Why Investors Care About Cap TablesA cap table is one of the first documents reviewed during venture due diligence. So what separates a cap table that builds investor confidence from one that raises concerns? If a company can produce a current, accurate cap table on request, it builds trust and speeds up due diligence. The Bigger PictureA cap table tells the story of how a company has been built and how it treats its stakeholders.