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How to build the perfect investor list

A solid investor list helps you map out your funding options and design the optimal access path for every investor. This post will show you how to build the perfect investor list, step by step.

Posted by Stéphane Nasser | February 3, 2026

How to Cold Email Investors (And Actually Get Replies)

Everything you need to know about cold emailing a VC investor. Follow this step by step, and you are guaranteed to write a top 1% cold email to VCs. Includes checklist and examples.

Posted by Stéphane Nasser Edwin Mik | January 31, 2026

How to negotiate with VCs

Here are some not-so-obvious insights about VCs, their incentives, their goals that will help you get better deals with the investors you choose to work with.

Posted by Steph Mui | January 18, 2026

Download the 2026 Startup Fundraising Playbook

OpenVC presents the all-new Startup Fundraising Playbook for 2026—get your copy now.

Posted by Devon Wood | January 12, 2026

6 Best Cities for Startups in Canada in 2026

Discover the best cities for startups in Canada, where your seed funding lasts twice as long, immigration doesn't require a legal army, and you can build a billion-dollar company without the Bay Area burnout tax.

Posted by Devon Wood | January 11, 2026

16 research papers every VC should know

We have compiled and summarized 16 research papers every VC should know. Because being an investor shouldn't be just about Twitter and pitch decks, here's some actual science for VC investors

Posted by Shaun Gold | January 5, 2026

32 signals VCs use to eliminate founders

Signals are small hints used by investors to make a quick decision about your company. This post lists down all 32 signals used by VCs and investors to quickly eliminate founders.

Posted by Stéphane Nasser | December 15, 2025

How to Model a Venture Capital Fund

My goal from this post is for you to come away with a solid understanding of what it means to create a financial model for a venture capital fund, complete with templates and examples that you can use for modeling your fund.

Posted by Taylor Davidson | December 9, 2025

Can you hire a pro to raise for your startup?

Can you pay someone to raise funds for you? How much does it cost? Here's the truth about investment bankers, fundraising advisors, and what the best option is for first-time founders.

Posted by Stéphane Nasser | December 8, 2025