Equity
What Startup Founders Should Know About Capital Gains Tax
Explore the intricacies of capital gains tax in our comprehensive guide. Understand the difference between short-term and long-term gains, the tax rates for 2023, and the unique provisions that may apply to you, like the Qualified Small Business Stock exemption and the Alternative Minimum Tax.
by Michał Kowalewski • 7 min readWhat is a Cap Table?
Learn what a cap table is, and how to keep accurate records of your company's ownership, so you can easily pass due diligence when raising money for your startup.
by Stefan Nagey • 7 min readWhat percentage of stock should I reserve for preferred stock investors?
Learn about preferred stock and why you don't set aside preferred shares for investors when starting a company.
by Stefan Nagey • 12 min readWhat is Stock Dilution?
When a company authorizes new stock, the value of existing stock is reduced. Here's the why and how.
by Capbase Staff • 7 min read5 Cap Table Mistakes to Avoid
Make sure you avoid the most common mistakes founders make when setting up their cap tables. Some of these issues can create major problem later on, including turning off potential investors.
by Capbase Staff • 7 min readHow to Terminate Employees at your Startup
Learn the ins and outs of letting employees go, and what you can do to avoid potential issues later on.
by Capbase Staff • 7 min read