<ul data-eligibleForWebStory="false">Securing funding is often seen as the finish line for founders, but it can lead to financial challenges and control issues.Many founders overpay for funding they don't fully comprehend, leading to struggles with investor influence and unrealistic financial demands.Rookie mistakes in managing funding are becoming more prevalent in the tech and AI startup scenes as money pours into these sectors.Founders need to understand the true cost of the funding they secure, avoiding pitfalls that can hinder their startup growth.