Our startup has three founders. What should we agree on before incorporating?
Our startup has three founders. What should we agree on before incorporating?
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2Discuss ownership percentages, roles, decision-making, funding, intellectual property, exits and what happens if one founder leaves. Putting these arrangements in writing can prevent major disputes later.
Do not focus only on incorporation documents. A founders' or shareholders' agreement can address practical issues that the basic registration does not.
