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Insights on angel investing, fundraising, and building startups from the Rutgers alumni community.
Why Alumni Angel Networks Consistently Outperform Open Syndicates
Data from 15 years of angel investing shows alumni-based groups generate 2.6x better returns than open syndicates. Here's why — and what it means for how you invest.
Seed Fundraising in 2026: Exact Numbers, Real Benchmarks, No Fluff
We analyzed 847 seed rounds closed in Q4 2025 and Q1 2026. Here are the actual medians, not the aspirational numbers you see on Twitter.
A Honest Guide to Angel Investing: What Nobody Tells First-Time Angels
Before you write your first check, here's what $100M+ in angel exits taught us about the math, the psychology, and the mistakes that cost people real money.
How to Actually Value a Pre-Seed Startup (With Real Math)
Forget theory. Here's the actual decision framework experienced angels use, with specific numbers from 2025-2026 deals and the exact math behind dilution.
SAFE Notes Explained: What Every First-Time Founder Needs to Know
SAFEs are the most common fundraising instrument for pre-seed and seed rounds. Here's how they work, with real examples.
The New Jersey Startup Ecosystem: A Complete Guide for Founders
NJ is quietly becoming one of the best places to build a startup. Here's the complete guide to the ecosystem, funding, and resources.
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How to Build an Advisory Board That Actually Helps
Most advisory boards are vanity. Here's how to build one that moves the needle for your startup.
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Red Flags: What Smart Investors Actually Look For (And What Scares Them Away)
We asked 20 active angels in our network what makes them pass on a deal in the first 5 minutes. Their answers may surprise you.
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Negotiating Your First Term Sheet: A Founder's Playbook
You got a term sheet — congratulations. Now don't blow it. Here's what to negotiate, what to accept, and what to walk away from.
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