Start-up
Financing

Need funding for your start-up? Legalloyd provides guidance from pre-seed to series A. There are various funding methods to consider, such as issuing shares, convertible loan agreements, SAFE notes, or crowdfunding. We help you find the best option tailored to your start-up’s needs.

1.5 billion

Raised so far by Dutch start-ups in 2024 [1]

40%

Of start-ups secure funding in their first year

Dutch unicorns with a valuation of over 1 billion. Are you next?

What do you need to know?

Which type of financing suits me?

There are various types of financing options. Consider share issuance, convertible loan agreements, SAFE notes, or crowdfunding.

A convertible loan agreement or a SAFE note are good instruments if you're in the early stages and are unsure about your company's current valuation. If you're further along and know your current valuation, you might consider a direct share issuance to the investor.

Relevant blogs

Enter the deal prepared

Legalloyd can advise you at every step of the deal. We can assist you with:

Strategy: how to find an investor that fits your business? Which financing option should you choose?
Negotiations: what points should you be sharp on during negotiations? We can also negotiate on your behalf with an investor.
Due diligence: how do you prepare for a due diligence (DD)?
Documentation: which documents do you need? We can prepare them for you, or you can do it yourself with the help of our platform.

Our expertise

Prefer to start on your own?

We also offer contracts that you can create yourself. For example, start with:

Shareholders' Agreement
Convertible Loan Agreement
Term sheet

View our full range of contracts here. Can’t find the agreement you’re looking for? Contact us, and we will discuss the options.

Our contracts

Blogs about start-up financing

Waar moet ik als start-up op letten bij een term sheet? Deel I: anti-verwateringsrechten
Je hebt net je eerste term sheet ontvangen. Gefeliciteerd! Maar dan bij het lezen van die term sheet begint het je te duizelen. Anti-verwateringsrechten, liquidatiepreferenties,...

Waar moet ik als start-up op letten bij een Term Sheet? Deel II: liquidatiepreferenties

Je hebt net je eerste term sheet ontvangen. Gefeliciteerd! Maar dan bij het lezen van die term sheet begint het je te duizelen. Anti-verwateringsrechten, liquidatiepreferenties,...

(Start)kapitaal verwerven: de converteerbare lening vs. De SAFE

Een alternatief voor de converteerbare lening is de Simple Agreement for Future Equity (SAFE). Dit is een instrument dat is over komen waaien uit de Verenigde Staten, en in Nederland steeds populairder wordt. De SAFE lijkt in veel opzichten op een...

Start-up expert

Since 2021, I have been working at Legalloyd, where I guide start-ups through the complex world of financing. My role goes beyond providing legal advice; I also empower start-ups to create their own contracts through our platform.

With a passion for supporting innovative businesses, I have helped numerous start-ups achieve their growth and attract the right investments.

Every business is unique, and I make sure we find the financing solutions that perfectly align with your growth stage and objectives. Whether you're just starting out and seeking seed funding, or your business is ready for a series A, I am here to guide you through every step of the process.