This article briefly introduces each of the principal business forms in the United States, namely corporations, partnerships, LLCs and sole proprietorships. More detailed considerations and strategies in making an appropriate…
An S Corporation is the same as any other corporation except for the manner in which it is taxed. S Corporations generally do not pay United States federal corporate income…
Most startups offer equity participation in their company to people providing services to the company, whether as employees, consultants, advisors or otherwise (which we will call “service providers” in this…
I often have a discussion that goes like this: New employee: “I want Founder Stock” Me: “I see, so you want to buy Common Stock” New employee: “No, I want…
Focus on what’s important, negotiate and resolve the important points early, get the deal closed as quickly as possible and get back to growing the company. When you receive a…
UK review by Chris Coulter Many startup companies rely in their early stages on advisors to assist with strategy, fundraising, introductions, technology and other areas. Generally, advisors in startup companies…
What Is Founder’s Stock? In US startups, “Founder’s Stock” refers to the equity interest that is issued to Founders (and perhaps others – also check out my article Who is a…
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