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What Entrepreneurs Call 'Sweat Equity' the IRS Calls 'Taxable'
Working without a salary for equity might feel like pitching in at your neighbor's barn raising but the government doesn't see it that way.
Founders: When Fundraising, Ask for More Than You Think You'll Need
To preserve equity, fight for a higher valuation rather than paring back much-needed cash.
The 3 Essential Things Needed in a Founders' Agreement
While your relationship with your co-founder may be peachy right now, there is a possibility it could turn sour down the road. To protect yourself (and the company), make sure these three areas are covered in your founders' agreement.
How Much of Your Company Should You Give to New Co-Founders?
It helps to bring in others to fill any gaps in your skill or experience. Here are five variables that will help you determine how much a new partner is worth.
Want a Bank Loan? You Better Have Some Skin in the Game.
A strong equity position supports the notion that the owner is likely to protect the investment and repay borrowed funds.
How to Split Equity Without Giving Away the Company
Clear expectations and earning equity for results make sharing ownership in the company a brilliant deal for everyone.
Y Combinator Boosts Startup Payout, Keeps Equity the Same
Why? Bay Area rents are too damn high.
When Trading Equity for Cash, Balance Is Everything
Sell too little, and you lack the resources to grow. Sell too much, and you lose control.
Aaron Levie, the Quintessential Silicon Valley CEO, Will Only Own 4.1 Percent of Box When It IPOs
Online file-storage service Box has finally filed to go public. Here's what we know.
Accelerator-Ready? 3 Pointers for Potential Candidates
Entrepreneurs considering a startup program should do some legwork.
Making Sense Out of Cents: Determining Employee Compensation
For companies that have received outside funding and are looking to scale, determining employee compensation can be a challenge. Here we offer a few pointers on how to get it done right.
Vesting: A Founder's Need to Earn Equity
An insider's take on what you need to know about vesting provisions in venture capital deals.
Figuring Out How to Divvy Up Startup Equity
When launching a startup, often founders need to offer up equity to employees in lieu of big salaries. Our legal expert Peter Buckland offers up advice on how to approach equity option pools.
The Pros and Cons of Working for Equity
From scope creep to the opportunity to cash in, a look at the good and bad of working in exchange for equity.
How to Find the Perfect Co-Founder
Our ASK expert VC John Frankel offers up advice about finding a co-founder and managing the relationship.