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We’ve said something similar in a previous article, but it bears repeating: equity is wealth. When building your own company or joining a venture as a co-founder, it is essential to ensure that founder equity is properly documented and formalized. Doing so not only ensures that your hard
Delaware is the default choice for many U.S. startups. More than 60% of Fortune 500 companies are incorporated there, and early-stage founders are often told to “just incorporate in Delaware.” But while Delaware is often a strong choice, it is not automatically the right choice for every business.
If you’re a founder planning to raise capital from sophisticated investors—such as venture capital firms—you will almost certainly need a company valuation at some point. Startups obtain valuations for different reasons, and one of the most common (and reliable) is a 409A valuation. A 409A valuation is
We get it, legal fees are expensive. And with technologies like generative AI becoming more accessible, it’s no surprise that people are increasingly turning to tools like ChatGPT for help with legal questions. ChatGPT is far from a substitute for a licensed attorney, but it can still be useful
If you’re starting a company, your equity is everything. It’s your reward for taking the risk, and it’s what investors, employees, and acquirers will all negotiate around. Yet many founders don’t fully understand how their ownership actually works, when it vests, or why it matters how
Your choice of business entity is one of the most important early decisions you’ll make. It affects how much tax you pay, how easily you can raise money, and how well your personal assets are protected. As a general rule, choose a corporation if you want to build a