Why Fair Market Value Matters for Startups

Executive Summary: In order to attract and retain leading talent, early-stage venture-backed companies need to offer equity incentives in...

How and Why a Preferred Financing Impacts a 409A Valuation

Executive summary: The article emphasizes the importance of understanding how a preferred stock financing can impact the 409A valuation...

The Importance of a 409A Valuation for Startups: A Must-Have for Success

Executive Summary: This article highlights the importance of obtaining a 409A valuation for startups, regardless of their stage of...

Material Changes and Subsequent Events that Affect 409A Valuations

An Internal Revenue Code Section 409A (IRC 409A) fair market value report is used to determine the fair market value of privately held...

Impact of a Tender Offer on 409A FMV - Understanding Material Changes

Executive Summary: The article explores the impact of a tender offer on the 409A Fair Market Value (FMV) and the criteria used to assess...

What happens when you fail to comply with Section 409A? Short answer: THE COMPANY GETS SUED!

The long answer is perhaps not best for a blog entry but some additional color here may be of use. Founders and executives often ask us...

Why Do We Need a 409A Valuation?

Since the mid-2000s, private companies have engaged outside valuation firms to determine the fair market value (FMV) for their common...

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