Skip to main content

Blog

Blog Posts

  • 1 (1)

    Post Categories

    • Startups

    What Startups Need to Know About 409A Valuations

    A concise guide for startup founders to understand the basics of 409A valuations, when you'll need them, and the risks of not relying on them.

  • 4

    Post Categories

    • Startups
    • Mergers & Acquisition

    The Startup Guide to Converting an LLC to a C-Corporation

    Find your way through the maze of converting an LLC to a C-Corp with our guide. Uncover hidden legal & tax traps and turn challenges into strategic advantages, including a unique opportunity to maximize QSBS.

  • 6 (2)

    Post Categories

    • Startups
    • Fundraising

    The Ultimate Guide to Convertible Notes for Startups

    Navigate startup fundraising with confidence using our comprehensive guide on convertible notes. Learn their mechanics, optimal use cases, and how they stack up against SAFEs and priced rounds. Essential reading for startups aiming for savvy financing decisions.

  • 3

    Post Categories

    • Startups
    • Mergers & Acquisition

    The Startup Guide to Asset Acquisitions

    Dive into our guide designed for first-time founders navigating the demanding process of having their startup acquired. Learn how the process works and you'll be ahead of the curve.

  • seattle-startup-resources

    Post Categories

    • Corporate Governance
    • Startups

    5 Steps to Register an Out-of-State Business in California

    Explore our easy, step-by-step guide on registering your out-of-state business in California.

  • 54

    Post Categories

    • Startups
    • Fundraising

    The Ultimate Guide to SAFEs for Startups

    Unlock the secrets of startup financing with our comprehensive guide to SAFEs. Discover how they work, when to use them, and how they compare with convertible notes and priced rounds.

  • startups _ incorporation (6)

    Post Categories

    • Startups

    Where Should I Incorporate My Startup?

    Planning to raise venture capital for your startup? Discover why incorporating in Delaware is the way to go. From capital access to robust corporate law, learn about the benefits and the minor tradeoffs involved.

  • 30

    Post Categories

    • Startups
    • Employment

    Startups and Stock Options: ISOs vs. NSOs

    Explore the world of stock options with our informative guide. Compare Incentive Stock Options (ISOs) and Non-Qualified Stock Options (NSOs), and learn why startups choose one over the other.

  • Untitled (1366 × 768 px)

    Post Categories

    • Startups

    The Collapse of Silicon Valley Bank - What Startups Need to Know

    Here's what startups need to know about the collapse of Silicon Valley Bank.

  • Untitled (1366 × 768 px)

    Post Categories

    • Startups
    • Investment Funds

    QSBS: The Basics of Tax-Advantaged Startup Stock

    Get the lowdown on Qualified Small Business Stock (QSBS) and its potential for tax-free gains. Understand the eligibility criteria for startups, founders, and investors and the potential to unlock a world of tax benefits.

  • Untitled (Blog Website) (1)

    Post Categories

    • Employment

    New Salary Disclosure Laws Coming to Washington

    Learn about the new salary disclosure laws in Washington.

  • nsplsh_61665731686874304e5373_mv2

    Post Categories

    • Fundraising
    • Startups
    • Investment Funds
    • Mergers & Acquisition

    What Venture Capital Investors Look for in Legal Due Diligence

    Due diligence is the process venture capital (VC) funds and other investors use to screen and evaluate potential investment opportunities.