Venture Deals

Venture Deals explains the legal and money terms behind a venture capital investment. Feld and Mendelson are clear about control, investor rights, and what happens when the company is sold. I like it because founders learn that the headline price is only one part of the deal. If venture capital is not part of your plan, much of the detail can stay on the shelf. The broader lesson is still useful: money comes with rules, and those rules can shape the exit. Read the parts that match the capital you actually plan to raise.