Double-Trigger Acceleration: What Every Startup Founder and Employee Needs to Know
Double-trigger acceleration: qualifying events, protection periods, accurate vesting examples, award treatment in acquisitions, and tax limits.
Startup Law
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LLC vs. C-Corp for Startups: How to Choose the Right Entity
LLC vs. C-Corp for startups: key differences in taxes, QSBS eligibility, investor expectations, and how to choose the right entity for your company.
Startup Law Glossary: 75+ Terms Every Founder Should Know
A living reference of 75+ startup law terms every founder should know — from 83(b) elections to QSBS, Reg D to vesting schedules, explained in plain English.
Accredited Investor Requirements: Income, Net Worth, and Verification
Accredited investor requirements for startups: income test $200k/$300k, net worth $1M (excluding your home), and SEC-approved credentials. Includes verification steps under Reg D (506(b)/(c)).
506(c) vs. 506(b): Which Reg D Exemption Should Your Startup Use?
A practical comparison of the two most important Reg D exemptions — Rule 506(b) and 506(c). When to use each, how investor verification works, and how to avoid costly mistakes.
Regulation D Explained: How Startups Raise Capital Without an IPO
Compare Rules 504, 506(b) and 506(c): who can invest, when you can advertise, Form D and state notices, Rule 152 integration, and accredited-investor verification.
State Tax Comparison for Startup Founders: Where to Incorporate and Where to Live
A comprehensive guide comparing income tax, capital gains, QSBS conformity, and estate tax across 11 states — plus scenario analysis and planning strategies for startup founders approaching an exit.
Broad-Based Weighted Average Anti-Dilution (and Full Ratchet): Formula & Founder Guide
Broad-based weighted average anti-dilution formula (A+B)/(A+C), vs full ratchet and narrow-based. Worked down-round example and founder FAQ.
Cap Table Management: The Founder's Guide to Getting It Right from Day One
Build and reconcile your cap table, distinguish outstanding from fully diluted ownership, and model SAFE conversions, option pools, and financing dilution.
Equity Compensation Plan Design: How to Structure Your Startup's Stock Option Plan
Your equity compensation plan is one of the most important documents your startup will create. Here's how to structure it correctly — from pool sizing to vesting schedules to change of control provisions.