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Transition Agreements

You've spent years developing the idea, all-nighters and weekends building the business. You've courted investors and customers. You could never leave your company. Or could you?...more

Wyrick Robbins Yates & Ponton LLP

SAFE Financing – a Deep Dive on the Evolution of the SAFE

As we’ve noted in a previous article, the Y Combinator-hosted SAFE (Simple Agreement for Future Equity) has become the investment contract of choice for startup companies that have already attracted investors. However, the...more

Barnea Jaffa Lande & Co.

Seven Investment Terms Every Entrepreneur Should Know

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Being an entrepreneur involves wearing many hats. In addition to thinking about product and design, you must also be able to speak the language of investors.   Below are some important terms every entrepreneur should know...more

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Common Misconceptions Regarding Preferred Stock Create Risk of Costly Mistakes

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Preferred stock is commonly used for venture capital and private equity investments. It gives the investor the ability to convert to common stock if the deal succeeds, and also includes protection of the liquidation...more

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What Start-Ups should know about Minority Investor Rights (part 2)

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In our prior post, we identified 8 common means used to protect minority investors’ stakes in start-ups. In addition to considering those, minority investors should be aware of their ability to exit their investments. ...more

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What Start-Ups should know about Minority Investor Rights

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Business investors, like venture capital funds, angels and other investors, typically receive minority ownership interests. The resulting lack of voting control and limited influence on management control requires these...more

Porter Hedges LLP

Business Litigation Alert: "Know the Terms of the Investment Deal Before You Sign"

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Getting all the information upfront is critical - A recent article in The New York Times reveals a story that could happen to any business person. Chip Tate, the owner of the Balcones distillery, was experiencing...more

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