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    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.

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    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.

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    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.

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    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.

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    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.

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    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.

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    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.

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    Startup Fundraising: Stealth Mode and Securities Law

    The structure of securities law tends to makes it more challenging to operate in stealth mode when raising money from investors.

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    Equity Grants to Startup Advisors

    Guiding the way for early-stage startup founders, advisors bring value and wisdom to the table. Understand the norms of advisor equity issuance and how to do it right.

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    Using SaaS Customer Agreements To Drive More Revenue

    Transform legal from a cost-center to a revenue-driver with savvy SaaS customer agreements.

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    The Limits Of Limited Liability

    Limited liability is a valuable risk management tool for entrepreneurs, but it is not a cure all.

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    4 Options For Documenting Founder Employment

    Your startup probably needs to pay its founders minimum wage from the start. But it probably won’t until raising outside capital. Find out if this is a problem (hint: it may be)