Starting a startup 101

Find out how to get an employer identification number (EIN) for your startup, so you can hire employees and contractors, open business bank accounts, and more.

Incorporation is an important part of getting your startup into the world. Learn how to incorporate and what to expect from the process.

Incorporation is an important part of starting up your U.S.-based ecommerce business. Find out how long it takes and what to expect from the process.

Delaware is known for being a business-friendly state that millions of companies choose for incorporation. Find out why, and why it matters for startups especially.

Discover how to register your startup's company name, why registration is important, how to find out if a name is available, and more to secure your name of choice.

A trademark protects your company's brand and legitimizes you to customers. Learn how to get a trademark for your startup and what to expect from the process.

Discover why startups should always choose to incorporate, and compare the ownership, management, and taxation characteristics of both LLCs and corporations.

Discover the factors to consider when deciding how to divide equity in a startup, including the process of dividing equity among founders.

Your startup's board makes huge decisions for your business. Find out how to build an effective, thoughtful board of directors in the seed and Series A stages.

Learn the basics on providing benefits, along with alternatives that can help you balance benefits with your hiring roadmap, budget, and company strategy.

Discover the key pitfalls every startup should work to prevent from our partner Pilot.