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Read moreEverything you need to know about 409A valuations—what they are, when they're required, how the process works, what they cost, and why they matter for your startup's equity compensation.
Read moreStartups don't have one valuation. Learn the different types of startup valuations—including 409A, investor valuations, SAFEs, and FMV—when each is used, and why they differ.
Read moreYour common stock 409A value is typically 20-40% of preferred price. Learn exactly why, how discounts work, and what founders often get wrong.
Read moreFree guide: 7 trigger events that require a new 409A valuation. Includes IRS safe harbor rules, post-funding requirements, and the 12-month rule.
Read moreDiscover why 409A valuations matter for startup founders. Learn how they protect employees, ensure compliance, and provide strategic advantages for your equity compensation strategy.
Read moreHow the Option Pricing Model determines your startup's 409A value. Includes OPM formula, Black-Scholes inputs, and when to use OPM vs backsolve. Free examples.
Read moreUnderstanding the fundamentals of 409A valuations, why they're required, and how they impact your startup's equity compensation.
Read moreWe are working on more comprehensive guides covering valuation methodologies, compliance requirements, and best practices for startup equity.
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