FAQ
Frequently Asked Questions
Questions that get asked frequently
What is the pricing of the product?
Opening an account in DealMatrix is for free. Costs only apply when you want to create a valuation report for a certain project. We offer different projects, from one-time reports to annual subscriptions – the subscriptions allow users to generate a different number of reports per year.
One credit equals one report. If you run out of credits, you may also purchase additional credits as extra to your annual subscription at a low price. If you have extra credits you purchased left in one-year, you will find those added once you update your annual plan.
You can find more information about the subscription plans and prices on our website: https://dealmatrix.com/pricing/https://dealmatrix.com/pricing/
What are my payment options?
We have implemented Stripe to process business billing (incl. VAT) that includes all commonly used payment methods.
Can I calculate different scenarios for the same valuation?
The multi-scenario discounted cash flow or First Chicago methods are available in DealMatrix as a standard. You can also make the company valuation based on five valuation methods available that will be shown in the report.
If you intend to calculate different scenarios, using different assumptions (e.g. different exit valuations, times to exit, discount rates, or multiples) you will need to purchase separate reports.
Annual subscription plans will allow you to use more credits at a better price per credit. One credit equals one report.
Can I value a pre-revenue company via Dealmatrix?
Yes. DealMatrix is designed to evaluate startups of different stages (from Pre-seed to Series B+). The available methods are specifically common for fast-growing companies, across different industries.
Why do I need login via LinkedIn?
DealMatrix is currently only offering a LinkedIn login. This is needed for verification purposes and automatically distinguish between advisors, business angels, fund managers, investors, and startups, as this feature allows you to pre-fill your profile.
Currently, we are working on alternative ways to log in (e.g. Apple ID) and will offer this in later versions of the product.
Why do I have "Strategic Preferences" in my profile?
Each investor has preferences. Those preferences – like a personal focus on serial entrepreneurs, technology, or KPIs – may also be different for you as an investor in different stages of a company you look at. While an investor will usually have a stronger focus on the quality of teams in seed-stage companies, the same investor might look at KPIs and business models more closely in later stages.
The preferences you set in your profile have an impact on valuation models applied in our system. They put a weighting on scores you set for certain companies you evaluate.
Why is there a barcode on my valuation report?
We care about security and transparency, therefore DealMatrix offers a feature to authorize the report. When someone provides a Report Document to you, you may request information from DealMatrix to verify the validity of the report and when/by whom it was created. Simply send the document ID to hello@dealmatrix.com to verify if the report was generated through DealMatrix.
In a later version of the product, you will find a self-service validation feature on our website.
Can I make reports with my company branding only?
Not yet. However, DealMatrix is planning to offer white-label accounts for advisory firms or fund-managers in later stages of the product. If you are interested in this account please contact hello@dealmatrix.com
Can I share my report with others?
Every report you generate can be sent to investors, advisors, co-founders directly via Dealmatrix. You are also provided with an opportunity to track when and who opened your report.
Will I be able to update/change the valuation?
If you want to recalculate or edit an existing report, you are free to do so. However, the generation of a new report will cost another credit. For this reason, we recommend purchasing an annual subscription, which gives you enough credits to optimize your valuation.
Are there experts available that could assist me with the company valuation?
We are aware that not every user is a valuation expert. For this reason, we partner with external advisory firms – such as Venionaire Capital (www.venionaire.com) – which experts can provide you with a consultation. Send us an email at hello@dealmatrix.com and we are happy to connect you.
Can I calculate different scenarios for the same valuation?
The multi-scenario discounted cash flow or First Chicago methods are available in DealMatrix as a standard. You can also make the company valuation based on five valuation methods available that will be shown in the report.
If you intend to calculate different scenarios, using different assumptions (e.g. different exit valuations, times to exit, discount rates, or multiples) you will need to purchase separate reports.
Annual subscription plans will allow you to use more credits at a better price per credit. One credit equals one report.
When do I need to calculate my company valuation?
Valuations are usually important in case you aim to start fundraising, to support M&A negotiations, or if you plan an exit.
Do you offer valuations for real estate investments?
Unfortunately, no, we do not aim to cover this sector soon. DealMatrix is focusing on simplifying the startup valuation process for startups, advisors, and investors.