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I’ve always told founders and investors alike that, while the term sheet is the Holy Grail for entrepreneurs, not all the terms are created equal. There are some components of the document that have more long-term economic impact on the company. In that first-among-equals category is “pay-to-play.”

Tech founders — you know who you are — tend to not be the most social animals in the start-up game. That’s okay — when you’re building your fortune on…

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Not all liquidation preferences are the same. You need to have a clear understanding of these differences because they can substantially impact an investor’s return.