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Unemployment Tax Rate Changes: Founder Budgeting Tips
Introduction Texas startup founders must anticipate fluctuations in unemployment tax rates to maintain accurate budgets and cash flow, as unexpected increases can strain early-stage finances. Inexperienced advisors may overlook rate changes or fail to leverage credits, leading to overpayments or compliance issues. Are you incorporating the latest unemployment tax rate changes into your 2025 budgeting […]
Venture Debt Warrants: Franchise-Tax Classification in Texas
Venture Debt Warrants Texas startups raising capital through venture debt often issue warrants as incentives, but the classification of these warrants for Texas franchise tax purposes can create unexpected tax liabilities if misunderstood. Inexperienced advisors may misclassify warrant proceeds, leading to inflated taxable margins or compliance issues that deter investors. Are you ensuring your venture-debt […]
Understanding SAFE Notes and Texas Margin-Tax Implications
SAFE notes, popularized by Y Combinator, are convertible instruments allowing investors to fund startups in exchange for future equity, typically triggered by a priced round or liquidity event. For federal tax purposes, SAFE notes are often treated as neither debt nor equity until conversion, deferring income recognition under IRC § 1001 until shares are issued. […]
409A Valuations: State-Tax Footnotes VCs Check in Texas
409A Valuations Texas startups and founders issuing stock options must navigate 409A valuations to comply with federal tax rules, but the process also intersects with state tax considerations that venture capitalists (VCs) scrutinize closely. Inexperienced advisors may overlook footnotes in 409A reports highlighting Texas franchise tax implications, potentially raising red flags for investors or leading […]
Texas Economic Development Act (Chapter 313) Sunset: Now What?
Introduction Texas’ flagship incentive program—Chapter 313 of the Texas Tax Code—officially sunset in December 2022, leaving businesses in 2025 asking: What replaces it? If you’re a data center, manufacturer, or renewable energy firm seeking property tax relief, here’s what you need to know about the end of Chapter 313 and the alternatives emerging post-sunset. Texas […]
Military Exemption for Texas Franchise Tax: Do You Qualify?
Introduction Texas offers a powerful incentive for veteran entrepreneurs: a 5-year franchise tax exemption for qualifying new veteran-owned businesses. In 2025, this exemption empowers eligible startups to invest more in growth, not taxes. Tex. Tax Code & Rules Texas Tax Code §171.0005 – Defines new veteran-owned businesses Comptroller Rule 3.574 – Franchise tax relief details […]