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Reps and Warranties are designed to protect buyers against undisclosed liabilities after closing. But what happens if the seller cannot honour them? Solvency post-closing is a critical issue that is often underestimated. A warranty without enforceability is just words on paper. If you are planning an acquisition, you need more than promises, you need mechanisms that make those promises executable.
4 min
Closing day feels like the finish line, but in reality, it is just the start of a new risk phase. In M&A, what you do not see can cost you. Hidden liabilities can turn a dream acquisition into a nightmare. That is why every entrepreneur preparing for an acquisition needs to understand one thing: protection does not end at signing.
5 min

Thomas Samson

December 4, 2025
A term sheet looks simple, but do not be fooled. It is like an iceberg: 10% visible, 90% hidden. Behind the headline valuation and investment amount lie clauses that can reshape your future as an entrepreneur.
3 min

Thomas Samson

November 27, 2025
When you raise capital or prepare for an exit, valuation becomes one of the most sensitive topics. Many entrepreneurs have a number in mind for their company’s worth, but often it is far from reality.
5 min

Thomas Samson

November 19, 2025
Fundraising is not just about money, it is about momentum. In Belgium, where rounds take six to twelve months and investors value clarity over hype, building FOMO (Fear of Missing Out) is your most powerful lever.
5 min

Thomas Samson

November 10, 2025
European venture dealmaking in 2025 is a story of extremes. While average deal sizes are climbing, overall activity is cooling, and capital is clustering around a handful of outsized AI rounds.
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Thomas Samson

October 16, 2025
European venture entered the summer under mixed signals. After a strong Q1, dealmaking slowed noticeably in Q2, reflecting global volatility and investor caution. But beneath the surface, the market is not collapsing : it is compressing.
6 minutes

Thomas Samson

August 22, 2025