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ESOP Audit- Act now before it is too late!
With the ever growing noise around ESOPs, recording the ESOP details accurately in the company’s books is imperative. This is because a
Founders’ Agreement Overview- The why and the what
You and your friend have co-founded a SAAS company. While you are a techie, your friend is not and is in it
Received ESOPs in your job offer? Let Myhissa rescue you!
You’ve finally got the job offer you’ve been waiting for. The salary looks good, the team seems nice, and you’re ready to
Every year thousands of eggs are laid by turtles on beaches. Of these only few make it to the ocean, survive predation,
In Conversation with Karthik B Reddy – ESOP Liquidity
As part of our effort to understand liquidity from different perspectives, we spoke to prominent names in the VC and investor communities.
In Conversation with Sunil K Goyal – ESOP Liquidity
As part of our effort to understand liquidity from different perspectives, we spoke to prominent names in the VC and investor communities.
Equity as a compensation for celebs- Why are companies looping in celebrities to raise financing?
Startups often need a lot of money to get off the ground. To do this, recently companies have been turning to celebrities
Bonus shares issue– Exploring concept, purpose and implications
You may have heard of companies issuing bonus shares. Essentially, it’s when a company gives out extra shares to its current shareholders.
What is the process of dematerialisation of shares in India?
As the world moves towards a more technologically advanced era, even the investment market has been impacted. With the advent of dematerialisation
Types of Stock Option Plans- A Comparative Analysis
Stock options grant can be made only when a stock option plan is in place. In India, the three most common ways in
Cross border transactions: Grant of options by a foreign parent company
Companies no longer have only a domestic presence. Over a period of time many companies look to move the ownership outside India
Sweat Equity vs Stock Options (ESOP)
Employee compensation has taken various forms over the years. Payment of salary no longer involves just a cash component, it also includes
A Beginner’s Guide to Reading Stock Option Plan
You’ve been granted stock options by the company where you work. The company has also shared the stock option plan with you.
Understanding Stock Appreciation Rights (SAR)
Are you looking for a way to compensate and motivate employees without issuing shares? SARs are a way to go. In India,
How does anti-dilution work? Frequently asked questions
Inconsistent market and economic factors can lead to a drop in values and share prices of companies. This in turn leads to
Announcing SOC 1 and SOC 2 compliance | RuleZero
We are thrilled to announce that RuleZero is now SOC 1 and SOC 2 compliant! The SOC compliance emphasize RuleZero’s commitment to
How to understand stock options in your offer letter
You’ve just got an offer letter from the start-up company you interviewed with last week. Is there a clause on stock options
Understanding your Option Grant Letter
You’ve been granted stock options in a company. You’ve got a letter saying so. What should you look for in the letter
Stock Option Buyback- the what, why and how
Stock options are creating wealth for employees like never before. Why is this? Companies are growing at unprecedented rates. Some companies have
What you need to know about stock option buyback- as an employee
The two most widely used modes of providing liquidity to option holders are: (a) buyback of options, and (b) sale of shares
What you need to know about stock option buyback- as an employer
Administration of stock options can be a complex process. Since buyback of options is one of the modes through which liquidity is
Valuing a Private Company: Importance, Factors and Methods
To put in simple terms, the value of a company is its estimated worth. Valuation is the process of determining this value.
All you need to know about Representations and Warranties
A prominent clause found in most contracts is on representations and warranties of the parties. Such a clause is found in an
What is Form MGT-8?
As you may have understood from our blog series on annual filings, a great deal of information is submitted with the annual
Annual Compliance Checklist under Companies Act, 2013
Private company’s major annual compliances under the Companies Act, 2013 Form/Return Due date Documents needed/to be submitted Form MBP1 Directors must disclose
All you need to know about Board Report – Companies Act, 2013
The board report forms an integral part of the annual filings and is filed along with annual returns of the company. While
All you need to know about Auditor’s Report – Companies Act, 2013
Continuing our series on annual filings of private limited companies, this blog focuses on what an audit report is and why it
10 key points to note when Filing Annual Returns
All companies incorporated as a private limited company must make its annual filings under the Companies Act, 2013. The information presented in
Private Limited Companies – Annual Returns under Companies Act, 2013
Next in our series of blogs on corporate compliances, let’s talk all about annual returns under Companies Act, 2013. As a director,
Private Limited Companies- Annual Filings under Companies Act, 2013
It’s that time of the year again! Annual filings give founders the opportunity to up their corporate governance game. This blog is
MCA Revises the Definition of “Small Companies”
Unicorns and startups are always in the spotlight. While they have contributed to the growth and development of the economy, brought in
Fundraising Queries Answered by Srinivas Katta @ TiE Bangalore
Fundraising happens to be a long process with several inevitable aspects to bear in mind throughout this complex affair. Recently, RuleZero’s founder,
Stock Options: What you Should Know as an Employer
What exactly are Employee Stock Options? Options are ‘rights’ granted to employees (and not obligations) to acquire the shares of the employer
Insight into a Shareholders’ Agreement
A Shareholders’ Agreement plays a pivotal role in establishing a framework for decision-making, ownership rights, dispute resolution, and more. It goes beyond
Anti-dilution Provisions – Valuation Protection
Investors fund companies with a goal to earn higher return on their investments. This happens when the company grows and the value
Term Sheet And Its Significance in Fundraising
A term sheet is a non-binding commitment (usually, though not always) made by – (a) an investor to invest into a company,
A Comprehensive View on Securities
A fundamental question that perhaps every entrepreneur asks themselves is what type of security suits best to raise capital for the company
Foreign investors can invest in Indian companies subject to the provisions of the FDI policy. Unlike domestic investments, money coming from abroad
The Startup Periodic Table
Understanding the basics of startup financing is crucial for both founders and employees. By familiarizing themselves with the different types of financing,
Secondary stock sale: Selling shares in a private company
What is a secondary sale of stock? Employees or investors holding shares of a private company cannot liquidate their shares easily. This
What Are The Key Trends in ESOPs – Part 1 | RuleZero
In this two-part article, we take a look at some of the key ESOP trends paving inroads for Indian startups and corporates.
A Comprehensive View on Fundraising
From the outside, financing rounds look like a simple two-step process: investors provide funds to companies and companies issue securities in turn.
With reports of Indian startups raising funds in the news almost every other day, terms such as investments, funding rounds, ROI, private
Raising Funds Using Convertible Notes
Over the past few years, issuing convertible notes has become the preferred way for companies to raise funding, especially when they need
A common dilemma that young companies face is choosing how to fund their operations. The form of financing has a direct bearing
What is cap table management? As you’ll know from reading our earlier blog posts, a cap table is a tabular representation of
Founder exits- What you should know
There’s a saying in the start-up world, ‘Choose your co-founder wisely, for founder exits can be messier than celebrity divorces!’ Err, actually,
Now that we’ve understood the basic elements of a cap table, let’s consider a real-world scenario to see how a cap table
Deciphering a cap table
Our previous article, ‘Basics of cap table’ briefly explained what a cap table is. Here, we talk about what cap tables are
Basics of a cap table
In the start-up environment, it’s hard to miss hearing the term ‘cap table’. Almost all founders are told to read up on
Understanding ESOPs | With Nithin Kamath, Founder & CEO Zerodha | Rulezero
One of the many components that impact the company’s cap table is ESOP. And needless to say, ESOPs have been making noise
Unveil ESOPs with Accel’s partner Prashanth Prakash
Leap from traditional compensation models to engagement driven models with ESOPs. Step up your ESOP game with inputs from the best in the
ESOPs as a tool for generating wealth
ESOPs have time and again proven to be a valuable tool for creating wealth. A prime example of this is Flipkart, India’s
ESOPs as a Hiring and Retention Strategy
You are a startup looking to hire a senior software engineer with a total of 5 years experience. The market standard of
Navigating Compliances: A Guide to the Regulations Governing ESOPs in India
The ESOP landscape in India is still evolving. When designing the stock option plan, various laws and regulations must be followed. Understanding
FAQs on ESOP for Employees
Part III of the ESOP Series addresses the common questions that employees have on ESOPs. 1. Does an ESOP announcement equate to
FAQs on ESOP for Employers
Part II of the options series – FAQs on ESOP for Employers, focuses on common questions employers have on stock options. 1. What are
Fundamentals of ESOP- Part II
Welcome back to our FAQ series on ESOPs! In this second installment, we dive deeper into the world of Employee Stock Ownership
Fundamentals of ESOP- Part I
What are Employee Stock Option Plans (ESOPs)? Why are they making so much noise in the startup ecosystem? Why does it continue
Decoding ESOP Process
ESOPs or Employee Stock Ownership Plans have an interesting history dating back to 1956 when a San Francisco lawyer Louis Kelso created
What makes Rulezero click? A look into our company’s culture
For products that are relatively new in the market, the founders and the team create confidence in the minds of the people. We
Preparing Your Startup for Fundraising – TiE x Rule Zero
Raising capital is a long and tedious process that usually takes 4 to 6 months before the money reaches the bank account.
Key Insights From Cap-Ed series to Start a Business- TiE x RuleZero
Starting a business is more than just having a workable idea. The right factors need to be in place to create a
Key Documentation for Fundraising in India
While the entire idea of fundraising looks daunting and often takes months before the money reaches the bank account, it is an
Top 7 Important Step by Step Guide to Raising Funds – RuleZero
Once the company is incorporated, it has to be nurtured from time to time. This is most essential to climb the success
Things You Should Know About Different Stages of Startup Funding
You have a business idea. You wish to bring a company into existence and get the business going.
What is a Share Certificate? Definition and Procedure to Issue
As a founder of a company, you understand the importance of keeping track of every aspect of your business. One critical aspect
All You Need to Know About Post-Incorporation Compliances
Your company has been incorporated! What next?🧐 In our previous blog, we have introduced you to the procedures that go into setting
How to Register a Company in India: A Step-by-Step Guide
Starting a business can be a thrilling and rewarding experience, especially in India where the government is pushing for more startups to
Types of Business Entities in India : A comparative snapshot
Designing a building requires a solid foundation and pillar structure as they significantly impact the building’s various aspects. Similarly, starting a business