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Israeli Tax Authority Releases Guidelines on Taxation of Investments via SAFE Agreements

Israeli Tax Authority Releases Guidelines on Taxation of Investments via SAFE Agreements

Financing, Options and Taxes
Introduction: In May 16, 2023, ~10 years after the first SAFE was signed, the Israeli Tax Authority (ITA) has issued...
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SAFEs and Economic Environments: Matching the Right Type to the Right Market

SAFEs and Economic Environments: Matching the Right Type to the Right Market

Founders, Entrepreneurs and Startups
In today's competitive startup ecosystem, raising capital is critical for a company's growth and success. One of the most popular...
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The Advantages and Disadvantages of Valuation Cap-Only SAFEs in a Bear Market, and Why Discounts Can Help

The Advantages and Disadvantages of Valuation Cap-Only SAFEs in a Bear Market, and Why Discounts Can Help

Financing, Options and Taxes Founders, Entrepreneurs and Startups
Startups use Simple Agreements for Future Equity (SAFEs) to raise funds without the hassle of complicated valuations or equity sales....
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Regulatory Considerations for SAFEs: Compliance with Securities Laws and Tax Implications

Regulatory Considerations for SAFEs: Compliance with Securities Laws and Tax Implications

Financing, Options and Taxes Founders, Entrepreneurs and Startups
SAFEs (Simple Agreement for Future Equity) have become a popular form of startup financing due to their simplicity, flexibility, and...
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Using SAFEs vs. Priced Rounds: Understanding the Differences in Terms, Transaction Length, and Costs

Using SAFEs vs. Priced Rounds: Understanding the Differences in Terms, Transaction Length, and Costs

Financing, Options and Taxes Founders, Entrepreneurs and Startups
Startups looking to raise capital have several options available to them, including using a Simple Agreement for Future Equity (SAFE)...
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RUSSIAN ROULETTE CLAUSE

RUSSIAN ROULETTE CLAUSE

Financing, Options and Taxes Founders, Entrepreneurs and Startups
Companies bring together people with a similar vision and views on business, but it is not always easy for owners...
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MAKING A SECTION 83(B) ELECTION UNDER U.S. LAW

MAKING A SECTION 83(B) ELECTION UNDER U.S. LAW

Financing, Options and Taxes Founders, Entrepreneurs and Startups
In our previous publications, we have drawn attention to the idea of vesting of options and reverse vesting of stock,...
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REVERSE VESTING: A MECHANISM THAT HELPS RETAINING FOUNDERS

REVERSE VESTING: A MECHANISM THAT HELPS RETAINING FOUNDERS

Financing, Options and Taxes Founders, Entrepreneurs and Startups
As we have already discussed in our previous publications, the process of raising investments to a company may require several...
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