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Profits interest
Profits interest
Profits interest can give LLC members a share of future growth with tax-free grants and long-term capital gains treatment. Learn how to set up and manage them.
Private company valuations: What to expect
Private company valuations: What to expect
This article explains private company valuations, including what they are, when you need one for fundraises or stock options, and how the valuation process works.
Advisory shares: A founder’s guide
Advisory shares: A founder’s guide
Learn how advisory shares work for early-stage companies, and how to start issuing equity to your advisors with this comprehensive guide.
What is a cap table? A founder's guide
What is a cap table? A founder's guide
This guide explains everything you need to know about cap tables, from building your first one to managing company ownership as you prepare for fundraising and growth.
Capital gains
Capital gains
Capital gains are profits you make from selling a capital asset. Learn the difference between short-term and long-term capital gains and how taxes work for each.
Non-qualified stock options (NSO)
Non-qualified stock options (NSO)
Non-qualified stock options (NSOs) are a type of equity compensation that does not qualify for favorable tax treatment. Learn about NSOs and how they work.
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