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You’ve just raised a financing round. What comes next?
You’ve nailed your pitch, the money is in the bank, and your financing round is finally complete. Congratulations! After you and your team have taken a well-earned moment to celebrate, it’s time for the real hard work to begin.  The steps you take after raising funds are just as critical to your company’s success as […]
Avoid these common mistakes when issuing stock options to employees
Issuing stock options to your employees is a great way to attract new talent and increase retention. However, it’s a complex and delicate process, and small errors early on can quickly balloon into expensive, time-consuming problems down the line. That’s why it’s important to understand the most common mistakes founders make when issuing options. By […]
Managing 83(b) elections for profits interests
Profits interests in an LLC or partnership typically require an 83(b) election. Learn why and how to complete the process.
ASC 820: What you need to know
ASC 820 offers guidance on how to value illiquid assets and stands for Accounting Standards Codification 820. Learn more.
Introducing Carta’s SAFE and convertible note calculator
If you're fundraising, check out our free SAFE and convertible note calculator to understand the potential future impact before they convert in a priced round.
How are stock options taxed?
Here's what you need to know and prepare for if you exercised and/or sold stock options this year.