by Jason M. Gordon | Feb 23, 2025 | Business Transactions, Antitrust, & Securities Law
How to start a VC fundThe process for starting a venture capital fund is difficult and requires a great deal of effort. Let’s begin by discussing what a venture capital firm is or does.Types of Venture Capital FundA venture capital fund is a business organization that...
by Jason M. Gordon | Feb 23, 2025 | Business Transactions, Antitrust, & Securities Law
What is the Venture Capital Exemption from the Investment Advisor’s Act?Lots of regulations surround the sale of securities and management of other people’s money for the purpose of investing in securities. One of the most daunting rules governing the actions of...
by Jason M. Gordon | Feb 23, 2025 | Business Transactions, Antitrust, & Securities Law
What are the pros and cons of raising capital from a VC fund for a corporation?Seeking outside investment from a venture capital fund is a big decision for a business. While, at first glance, it seems like an amazing opportunity. The venture fund provides operating...
by Jason M. Gordon | Feb 23, 2025 | Business Transactions, Antitrust, & Securities Law
How Can I Calculate My Share Ownership Percentage?Employees and other shareholders receive shares for a number of reasons. This can be as compensation, as part of a stock split, as conversion of shares, pursuant to execution of stock options. Regardless of the reason...
by Jason M. Gordon | Feb 23, 2025 | Business Transactions, Antitrust, & Securities Law
What is an 83(b) Election for Stock Options?IRC Section 83(b) allows a shareholder receiving stock for services that is subject to a substantial risk of forfeiture to recognize the value of the stock as income in the year distributed. This allows the shareholder to...
