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How Founders Use Earnout Escrow to Bridge Valuation Gaps
When a buyer won't meet your price and you won't budge, earnout escrow can bridge the gap — but it's loaded with traps. In Episode 159 of The Startup Exit Podcast, Lucas and Luna break down how founders can structure earnout escrows to protect their payout, using the recent Higgsfield $400 million Series B as a springboard to talk about valuation momentum and deal mechanics. They walk through the three critical decisions — escrow sizing, payout triggers, and dispute resolution — and share real-world examples of founders who lost millions by winging it. If you're…
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