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You’re fundraising… Should you convert your LLC or create a new C corp?

Should you convert your LLC or form a new C corp? This guide explains when conversion is a must and how to get investor-ready fast.

Carys Brain](/content/us/resources/convert-llc-or-create-new-c-corp/index.html)

How to use PR to secure funding: What investors really want

PR can be your secret weapon to accelerate deals. Learn how PR can help early-stage startups and founders secure funding...

Steve Seidel](/content/us/resources/how-to-use-pr-to-secure-funding-what-investors-really-want/index.html)

10 startup PR mistakes that could be costing you media coverage

Learn how the right public relations strategy can open doors, boost recognition and even secure funding, along with comm...

Steve Seidel](/content/us/resources/10-startup-pr-mistakes-that-could-be-costing-you-media-coverage/index.html)

Non-diluting shares explained, and why you should never ever issue them to anyone

Occasionally I come across founders calling us at SeedLegals saying they have an investor or advisor asking for non-dilu...

Anthony Rose](/content/us/resources/non-diluting-shares-explained/index.html)

How to value your startup for fundraising

Set your startup's valuation confidently. Get clarity on your startup's valuation and how much to raise with data-backed...

Idin Sabahipour](/content/us/resources/how-to-value-your-startup-for-fundraising/index.html)

Why you would choose a priced round over a SAFE

Deciding between SAFEs and priced rounds? Learn why founders prefer fixed equity, cap table clarity and faster closes. S...

Idin Sabahipour](/content/us/resources/why-you-would-choose-a-priced-round-over-a-safe/index.html)

What’s the best US state to incorporate in?

Not sure where to incorporate your startup? Explore the pros and cons of popular states and learn why Delaware C corps a...

Carys Brain](/content/us/resources/whats-the-best-us-state-to-incorporate-in/index.html)

How to amend a Delaware Certificate of Incorporation

Need to amend your Delaware Certificate of Incorporation? Learn how to file share changes or updates smoothly with or wi...

Idin Sabahipour](/content/us/resources/how-to-amend-a-delaware-certificate-of-incorporation/index.html)

How to get up to $500M in federal tax relief

Could you sell your startup for hundreds of millions and pay little to no federal tax? It sounds too good to be true, bu...

Idin Sabahipour](/content/us/resources/how-to-get-up-to-500m-in-federal-tax-relief/index.html)

Alternative Minimum Tax: The tax trap employees shouldn’t ignore

Exercising stock options? Learn how AMT works, when it applies and how to avoid surprise tax bills on your incentive sto...

Idin Sabahipour](/content/us/resources/alternative-minimum-tax/index.html)

How to get investment-ready with Nina Raab

What does it actually take to go from founder dream to investor-ready? It’s more than just polishing a pitch. It’s about...

Anthony Rose](/content/us/resources/how-to-get-investment-ready-with-nina-raab/index.html)

Startup investment didn’t work out? Section 1244 lets you tax deduct up to $50K per year of losses

Lost money on a startup investment? You can deduct up to $50K/year from your taxable income.

Idin Sabahipour](/content/us/resources/how-section-1244-could-cut-your-tax-bill/index.html)

How to save money when launching your startup

Starting a business is expensive — no way around it. From website builds to design and development, the bills pile up fa...

Anthony Rose](/content/us/resources/save-money-starting-your-startup/index.html)