Do’s and Don’ts of a Cap Table A capitalization table is more than just a spreadsheet. It’s the definitive record of who owns what in your company. When managed properly, your cap table serves as a single source of truth for ownership stakes, investment history, and equity distribution. When neglected, it becomes a liability that […]
Are You Due Diligence Ready? A Founder’s Essential Guide You’ve just received your first term sheet from a venture capital firm. Congratulations! But before you start celebrating, there’s one critical hurdle ahead: startup due diligence. This systematic evaluation by your potential investors can make or break your funding round, and being unprepared can cost you […]
The U.S. Flip: How International Startups Can Attract U.S. VC and Scale Faster For ambitious international companies, the path to significant growth often leads through the United States. With the world’s largest venture capital ecosystem, a vast consumer market, and numerous exit opportunities, the U.S. represents not just another market to enter, but a potentially […]
Beyond the Balance Sheet: The Investor’s Guide to Legal Due Diligence Are complex legal hurdles draining your energy and diverting your focus from scaling your investments? Navigating intricate legal landscapes can be a major time sink, yet it’s crucial for protecting an investor’s stakes and driving the growth of your portfolio. Legal due diligence (the […]
Corporate Transparency Act 2025 Update: BOI Filing for Foreign Entities Only Published: May 2025 As of March 2025, the Corporate Transparency Act (CTA) has undergone a significant policy shift: at this time, U.S. companies are no longer required to file Beneficial Ownership Information (BOI). However, foreign entities doing business in the U.S. are still subject […]
How to Form a U.S. Subsidiary: A Strategic Guide for International Companies In an increasingly globalized economy, many international companies look to expand their operations to the United States. For companies eying the vast American market, establishing a U.S. subsidiary could be a helpful strategic move to achieve this goal. This article highlights key items […]