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Fair market value (FMV)
Fair market value is the current value of one share of a private company’s common stock. Learn about FMV and how to determine a stock’s fair market value.
Section 12(g) of the Securities Exchange Act: Issue brief
The trigger that pushes private companies public
Mergers and acquisitions (M&A)
Learn the basics of M&A transactions and how to navigate support, tools and other helpful solutions in this complete guide.
Incorporation
Learn the key steps to incorporating your startup in this guide. We'll help you understand the different entity types, equity distribution, and legal considerations.
Congress gearing up for bank oversight hearings
Bipartisan scrutiny of TikTok increases after hearing.
How far do startup salaries stretch outside SF? A city-by-city guide
Startup employees outside San Francisco get more bang for their buck. Carta data shows how base salaries compare to cost of living in top U.S. cities.
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