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Why Do Businesses Need A Limited Partnership Agreement?

Every business owner dreams of seeing their business grow, or even unicorn startups, firms, companies, and corporations do dream of such before their business becomes a unicorn. These business owners are open to any partnership, especially limited partnerships aiming to grow the business to execute its potential and their partnerships by limited partners. As a … Continued

Stripe IPO and what it means for the fintech industry

With the rise in fintech companies and the disruption of traditional financial systems, online payments are shaping the future of the financial industry. According to statistics, the global fintech market size was valued at $110.57 billion back in 2020, while it is projected to reach $698.48 billion by 2030, thus growing at a CAGR of … Continued

Microsoft Employee Compensation (RSUs/ESPPs)

Employee compensation is a key component of any business. Microsoft is one of the most competitive companies in the world, and it strives to offer employees competitive compensation as well. Restricted stock units (RSUs) and Employee stock purchase plans (ESPPs) are two of the important tools of employee compensation that help Microsoft match employee talent … Continued

Alternative Minimum Tax (AMT):Everything you should know

The AMT (alternative minimum tax) is an additional tax system that calculates the tax liability twice. The AMT was introduced as a part to enforce the belief that all taxpayers should pay a minimum share of their income to the federal government, regardless of whether they have many deductions or not. The purpose of AMT … Continued

What is Golden Parachute payment and taxes?

Golden parachutes are expensive severance provisions written into senior executives’ contracts that recompense them if they are fired. Golden parachutes may include continued insurance and pension benefits in addition to signing bonuses and stock rewards. If a business executive is forced to leave a company due to a merger, acquisition, or takeover, a golden parachute … Continued

What is Rule 701 and how can it help startup founders?

The majority of companies use Rule 701 to distribute employee stock. It’s a federal exception that permits private corporations to give workers up to $10 million in stock without having to make lengthy disclosures. Startups and small businesses who wish to issue stock but can’t afford pricey accountants or attorneys would benefit from Rule 701. … Continued

What is section 280G? When does it apply?

Section 280G was enacted to protect shareholders’ interests by prohibiting companies from making excessive payments to unqualified individuals when control of a corporation changes hands. Only public and private corporations are covered under Section 280G. It does not apply to partnerships taxed as S-Corps, Partnerships, or LLCs. Golden parachute payments are both limited in amount … Continued

5 Important Things to Consider After Converting LLC to C-Corp

There are numerous reasons to consider turning your LLC into a corporation, ranging from simplifying stock compensation to cutting taxes. While a limited liability corporation (LLC) form may work for your firm at first, it may not work for you in the long run. Operating as an LLC may, over time, prove to be a … Continued

Client Spotlight: Adam Hoeksema, Co-Founder of ProjectionHub

We got to know more about Adam Hoeksema, co-founder of ProjectionHub in this edition of Client Spotlight! Learn more about how Adam convinced his brother to embark on their journey in developing what ProjectionHub is today, and how age does not hinder great business ideas. What’s your story? How did you come up with your … Continued

Successful Bootstrapped Startups that got Acquired

Bootstrapping is likely to be found in almost any successful company’s history. Before taking venture money or other types of outside financing, many of these enterprises are totally self-funded. Entrepreneurs who started their companies from the bottom up are a rare breed. To start a business and carry it through to completion, you’ll need a … Continued

What does every founder need to know about ASC 718 reports?

In the United States, your financials are audited to ensure they comply with GAAP (Generally Accepted Accounting Principles) requirements. Financials that are clean, audited, and compliant make scaling to subsequent stages simpler. They assist you in completing due diligence and closing finance. ASC 718 is the stock-based reporting standard that every founder needs to know … Continued

Why is the $100K ISO limit important for startups?

Have you ever completed your tax return and been surprised by the amount of taxes you owe the IRS compared to what you expected? It’s possible that you’re unaware of how tax regulations affect you and your income. To avoid this from happening again, it’s crucial to understand the ISO 100K regulation, especially if you’ve … Continued

Amazon Restricted Stock Units (RSU) and How are they taxed?

Amazon’s corporate compensation package includes restricted stock units (RSUs), which provide employees with an ownership stake in the company. RSUs, on the other hand, differ from stock options and restricted stock, particularly in terms of taxation. Let’s take a closer look at RSUs and how you may make the most of this component of your … Continued

Election 83(b) for Startups: Overview and Benefits

A person, such as a startup founder or employee, might opt to include the fair market value of property connected to the performance of services as income under section 83 (b). The election simply permits a person to choose to be taxed when the property is received rather than when it is completely vested. In … Continued

Get Your Business Valuation and Other IRS Filing From Eqvista

Business valuation is an estimate of the worth of a company’s assets in an effort to ascertain the value of a company. Get the correct valuation of your business and other IRS filing from Eqvista with an assured value and accurate calculation. Business Valuation and IRS Filing  In short, a business valuation is the process … Continued

VC Spotlight: Dan Conner, General Partner at Ascend Venture Capital

Venture Capitals are always on the lookout for startups that have innovative ideas for revolutionizing products and services. One popular industry for startups is technology. We speak with Dan Conner, a general partner at Ascend Venture Capital, to learn more about what types of companies VCs invest in and how new founders can have an … Continued

Eqvista Valuation Software now offers a PDF Report

Eqvista is pleased to announce that our startup valuation software now includes a PDF download feature. Users may now quickly obtain their comprehensive valuation report with a simple click of a button. Reports are now more easily accessible, allowing you to keep track of your valuations in one place. Valuation reports for startups just got … Continued

How to Calculate Dilution in Cap Table?

A capitalization table known as a cap table is a financial spreadsheet typically used in startups to manage the equity in the company. While dilution refers to a reduction in an ownership percentage interest in the company. In essence, dilution occurs when new shares are issued, decreasing the percentage ownership of each share. In this … Continued

Does preferred equity affect your equity value?

The face value of preferred shares is set by the issuing firm, although it is essentially an arbitrary price. Because preferred shares offer consistent dividends but lack voting rights, they often trade for a lower price than common shares in the same company. The preferred stock is convertible into common stock and will increase in … Continued

Employee Stock Purchase Plan (ESPP) at Salesforce: All you need to know

A stock purchase plan is a type of employee benefit which offers employees the opportunity to buy company shares on an employee stock purchase plan at discounted rates. Since it’s good for both companies and employees, ESPPs are used widely throughout organizations in various industries. At Salesforce, they encourage our employees to participate in this … Continued

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