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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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    Update: Washington Non-Compete Earnings Thresholds For 2022

    Read about the non-compete statutory earnings threshold updates for 2022 recently issued by L&I.

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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)

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    Can I Copy Another Company's Terms of Service or Privacy Policy?

    Admit it—you or someone you know has probably done this at some point. But how bad is it really?

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    Paying for Founder Shares

    Welcome to the glamorous world of incorporation mechanics.

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    Common and Preferred Stock: What's the Difference?

    Common stock does not sound exciting. Preferred stock does. First-time founders are looking for excitement—especially when it comes to their millions of initial shares—and so they’re often surprised to hear that they’ll be receiving common, rather than preferred stock when the startup is incorporated.

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    Startup Valuation and Fully-Diluted Capitalization

    Dive into the critical world of startup valuation and its implications for your fundraising efforts. Decode complex terms, like fully-diluted capitalization, and navigate the realm of shares, options, and warrants with confidence.

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    A Short Guide To Issuing Stock Options

    Here's your crash course in issuing stock options for startups. Avoid common pitfalls and future complications with step-by-step guidance.

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    Startup Superpower: Getting Organized

    Unlock your startup's superpower - getting organized! Although not the flashiest task, it's a game-changer during due diligence. Learn how this crucial step can impact your startup's fundraising or acquisition opportunities. Be prepared, stay ahead, and close deals on your terms.

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    Startup Equity: Cutting The Pie

    Embarking on your startup journey with a co-founder? Tackle one of the biggest questions head-on: how to allocate equity. Discover the art of making fair and strategic decisions that fuel your startup's growth.