Estimate Series A investment ownership, post-money valuation, founder dilution, option pool pressure, and funding health before accepting a term sheet.
The result shows the new investor ownership and whether founder dilution remains healthy for a Series A round. It also estimates post-money valuation, remaining founder ownership, and dilution pressure.
This is a planning estimate, not a legal cap table. Confirm final ownership with counsel and your financing documents.
If pre-money valuation is $8,000,000 and investment is $2,000,000, post-money valuation is $10,000,000 and the Series A investor receives 20%.
A practical Series A round usually funds 18–24 months of runway and a clear milestone such as ARR growth, product expansion, or enterprise sales traction.
Founders often give up around 15–30% in a Series A, but the right amount depends on valuation, capital needs, and option pool requirements.
Typical Series A valuation varies by market and traction, so compare the proposed valuation against ARR, growth rate, retention, and comparable deals.
Option pool expansion usually dilutes existing holders before or during the round, reducing founder ownership even if the headline investor percentage looks reasonable.
Founders commonly try to keep enough ownership and voting control to remain motivated and credible for later rounds.
| Module | What it shows |
|---|---|
| Main Result | Primary startup KPI for this calculator. |
| Health Score | 0–100 score based on founder-friendly thresholds. |
| Scenario Signal | Shows whether the current assumption is healthy, average, or risky. |
| Recommendation | Practical next action for fundraising, growth, retention, or cost control. |