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Exit Modeler

See exactly who gets paid under different exit outcomes and term structures.

Preview

Exit Value Modeling

Sweep outcomes from low to high valuation scenarios.

Waterfall Breakdown

Split founder, investor, and option pool proceeds clearly.

Alignment Zone Detection

Identify where founder and investor incentives overlap.

Dead Zone Detection

Find outcomes where preferences absorb most proceeds.

What is Exit Modeler?

Model payout waterfalls across exit values and term assumptions to reveal incentive alignment and founder downside before deals are signed.

Capabilities

What you get

01

Exit Value Modeling

Sweep outcomes from low to high valuation scenarios.

02

Waterfall Breakdown

Split founder, investor, and option pool proceeds clearly.

03

Alignment Zone Detection

Identify where founder and investor incentives overlap.

04

Dead Zone Detection

Find outcomes where preferences absorb most proceeds.

05

Term Sensitivity

Compare payout differences under alternate term structures.

06

AI Commentary

Get concise interpretation of modeled outcomes.

Why use Exit Modeler?

  • Avoid signing terms with hidden payout asymmetry

  • Negotiate based on modeled outcomes, not abstractions

  • Understand downside protection and conversion dynamics

  • Prepare board and investor discussions with concrete scenarios

How it works

01

Select cap table

Import a saved scenario or enter manual inputs.

02

Set exit assumptions

Choose valuation anchors and term overrides.

03

Review waterfall

Analyze payouts, alignment zones, and recommendations.

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