Founder Education

Switching cap table platforms sounds scarier than it is. Your cap table is one of the most sensitive documents in your company, so it’s…

Why SAFE conversion deserves more attention than the SAFE itself A SAFE, short for Simple Agreement for Future Equity, feels simple on the day…

Quick answer: The best cap table management software in 2026 depends on your stage and geography. Mantle is the best pick for inception to…

A cap table is the record that tells you who owns your company, what they own, and how that ownership changes as you hire,…

Understanding the difference between a 409A valuation and fair market value is critical for any startup issuing stock options. While the terms are often…

TL;DR For Founders in a Hurry If you’re a startup founder, you likely know that granting stock options is a powerful tool for attracting…

For early-stage startups seeking initial funding, a Simple Agreement for Future Equity (SAFE) has become a popular and efficient financial contract. Pioneered by the…

Raising capital is exciting, but it comes with a big question for founders: “How much equity am I really giving up?” Guessing can be…

If you’re a founder, early employee, or investor in a startup, understanding Section 1202 is the difference between a life-changing exit and a massive…

When Canada’s leading online will platform, Willful, grew rapidly, founder Erin Bury realized her trusty Excel spreadsheets just weren’t cutting it. Tracking equity across…