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Guyss, how to give investor, a number?? Like they're asking, how much you need?? What should be calculate?? Detailed explanation??

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Hey I am on Medial • 3m

When an investor asks for a number, start by crunching your monthly burn rate and determining how long your current cash will last. Factor in future hires, marketing spend, and R&D. For example, a company like Razorpay has to forecast costs around scaling their payment infrastructure and compliance expenses. Investors expect a solid runway plan—if you’re burning ₹10 lakhs a month and want a 12-month runway, that’s ₹1.2 crores, plus a buffer. It’s not magic; it’s good financial planning.

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