One of the biggest priorities for startup founders is fundraising. There are a number of ways that businesses can seek funding, and the solution you choose will depend on many factors. From bootstrapping your startup, to getting VC funding and everywhere in between, you will want to consider a number of factors including how much control of your company you are willing to give away and the amount of personal liability you are prepared to take on. Preparing your business plan, term sheets and other documentation are essential steps in securing the support of angel and other professional investors. You will also need to understand where to find and how to approach investors, and what the typical criteria are for investment decisions. For later stage ventures, the requirements of more advanced funding rounds will involve lengthy and complex negotiations and processes.