E9: Ask An Angel! Jason Calacanis & Brian Alvey answer investor questions on picking startups, evaluating founders, due diligence, how syndicates work, deal terms & more

Published: Nov. 14, 2017, 11:58 p.m.

Ask an Angel! It's a special episode of "Angel," with Jason Calacanis & Brian Alvey (Clipisode, LAUNCH) candidly answer the burning questions of investors and those aspiring to be. Picking startups, evaluating founders, due diligence, Syndicates ins/outs, deal terms and a lot more. Listen and learn!

 

  1. What’s the best way to verify the customers of a potential investment are happy with the product? - Alan
  2. When completing financial due diligence what documents should I be asking for/what am I entitled to? - Sheila
  3. How can I tell if the founder is the right fit for the company? - Mark
  4. “What is the best way to evaluate a founder for persistence?” - David
  5. If an idea sounds exciting but I don’t have any experience in the vertical how do I intelligently evaluate the opportunity? - Brian
  6. When I invest via an Angel Syndicate is my identity kept secret? Is my name on the cap table? - Kyle
  7. I have a great company for your syndicate, what’s the best way to discuss investment opportunities with you, Jason? - Marianne
  8. What is the standard carry? What is the minimum investment? - Craig
  9. Do you only accept US based companies? - Bill
  10. What opportunities are currently available for non-accredited investors? - Pam
  11. Re: closing mechanics...should I expect/demand an escrow type closing where all the $ of the round comes in at once?  - Anonymous