The Venture Capital Method involves several steps:
1. Estimate the Exit Value: Determine the potential future value of the company at the time of exit, usually through an IPO or acquisition. 2. Determine the Required Rate of Return: Investors decide on a rate of return that compensates for the risk of the investment. 3. Calculate the Present Value: The future exit value is discounted back to its present value using the required rate of return. 4. Estimate Post-Money and Pre-Money Valuation: The present value is adjusted to account for the amount of capital being invested.