Both Sides of the Table

JANUARY 21, 2010

I know he’s smart but you wouldn’t hire a Javascript developer to do your database design – would you? But as with consulting, PR, web design and even VC – it’s not just the firm it’s also the individual. You need to know how liquidations preferences work.

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Southern California Silicon Valley IP Stock Options 318

Spencer Fry

APRIL 17, 2017

Without raising money, 1 of 2 situations would have fallen upon us: I would have had to dig deeper into my own pockets to continue to pay the contractor as well as hire others. These days, to even get noticed, you need to be 100% on point with design, product, copy and marketing. Hello, debt. You’ve raised. Something has to give.

Bootstrapping 63

Bootstrapping Cap Table Liquidation Preference Cofounder 63

Scott Edward Walker

DECEMBER 13, 2018

We have also recently handled a few “acquihires” (or “acqui-hires”) — which is a somewhat unique transaction, with a host of unusual issues. Accordingly, the deal may be a mere fiction designed to get funds into the startup to be distributed to its investors.

Founder 45

Founder Merger IP Liquidation Preference 45

www.mattbartus.com

DECEMBER 9, 2012

I've just seen many startups unhealthily focus on the valuation versus things such as the liquidation preference or board control. I've just seen many startups unhealthily focus on the valuation versus things such as the liquidation preference or board control. Developers, designers, support engineers & more!

Warrant 40

Warrant Valuation Pre-Money Valuation Term Sheet 40