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Kirsty Nathoo
03/07/18
@ Y Combinator
The SAFE investor's shares are calculated based on the conversion price, which is determined by the valuation cap if it's lower than the priced round valuation.
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Carolynn Levy and Kirsty Nathoo - Startup Investor School Day 1
@ Y Combinator
03/07/18
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Kirsty Nathoo
03/07/18
@ Y Combinator
In a priced round, the SAFE converts into shares based on the pre-money valuation, which includes the increased options pool.
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Carolynn Levy
03/07/18
@ Y Combinator
The capped SAFE has a target valuation, which is the highest valuation at which the SAFE will convert into shares.
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Kirsty Nathoo
10/17/18
@ Y Combinator
In rare cases where the priced round valuation is lower than the SAFE cap, SAFE investors may receive a better deal, converting at the lower price of the Series A round.
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Kirsty Nathoo
03/07/18
@ Y Combinator
The SAFE converts into shares when the company completes an equity financing, which can be a priced round or a series round.
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Kirsty Nathoo
10/17/18
@ Y Combinator
Founders need to be aware that their ownership percentage can decrease significantly due to dilution from SAFEs and new equity rounds, so they should plan accordingly for future fundraising. The percentage of ownership for SAFE investors is based on the valuation cap in the SAFE, and if the priced round valuation is higher than the cap, they convert at the cap, receiving more shares for the same investment than Series A investors.
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Kirsty Nathoo
10/17/18
@ Y Combinator
When raising money on SAFEs, the investor's ownership is calculated by dividing their investment amount by the post-money valuation or valuation cap.
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Y Combinator Cast
03/07/18
@ Y Combinator
Investors should model their SAFE conversions to understand the implications of multiple SAFEs with different valuations and discounts, as this can complicate ownership stakes.
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Y Combinator Cast
03/07/18
@ Y Combinator
In a merger or acquisition, a SAFE investor converts their investment into shares of common stock based on the target valuation, allowing them to participate in the proceeds of the merger.
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Y Combinator Cast
03/07/18
@ Y Combinator
The SAFE (Simple Agreement for Future Equity) allows investors to convert their investment into equity at a later date, but the exact ownership percentage isn't known until the priced round occurs.