Yin Wu

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Yin Wu

Blog Posts

Beyond the Cap Table: Unlocking Liquidity with NPM

We are thrilled to announce our partnership with Nasdaq Private Market (NPM), a premier provider of secondary liquidity solutions for private companies, employees, and investors.

October 2, 2024

Empowering Growth Through Liquidity Options for Private Companies

Read our overview of different types of liquidity options for growing companies, and learn to create win-win scenarios for all stakeholders

September 12, 2024

Stock-based Compensation Reporting: Save time, avoid errors, and do more every quarter

We've made Stock-based compensation reporting more transparent, automated, now with cost centers and disclosures.

August 29, 2024

Liquidity in Private Markets: What is liquidity and why is it important?

What is liquidity? Why does liquidity matter for founders at every stage? What signals or pressures lead to a liquidity event?

August 27, 2024

Pulley's Latest Features for Growing Companies

We’re excited about our latest feature releases, and want to give you a quick overview. Let's dive in to four standout offerings: Custom Reports, In-House 409As, Expanded HRIS Integrations, and Improved SBC Reporting

August 22, 2024

Introducing Custom Reports: Powerful, flexible reporting tools

Pulley's Custom Reports offer customizable, flexible reporting that cater specifically to complex reporting requirements as your business grows.

August 5, 2024

How Pulley Became LayerZero's Single Source of Truth for Token Distributions

We talked to former LayerZero COO and current strategic advisor, Ari Litan, about why Pulley was the right choice for creating a single source of truth for their tokens and equity.

July 22, 2024

How DataOceans modernize their equity management with Pulley

DataOceans outgrew their complex in-house equity process and needed help migrating to a new system. Pulley answered the call, migrating a complex cap table, assuring for accuracy.

June 27, 2024

Save time and reduce errors when issuing ISOs & NSOs

Pulley helps you issue ISOs and NSOs with updates to our issuance flow

May 21, 2024

It's time to switch to Pulley

Pulley CEO Yin Wu shares why now is the best time to switch to Pulley

May 1, 2024

Clerky + Pulley: Launch your startups instantly

Founders who incorporate their businesses using Clerky can automatically generate a cap table on Pulley with one click.

February 20, 2024

Announcing Pulley’s New Beneficial Ownership Information Report (BOIR) Filing

Product Announcement: Ensure timely, safe, and fully compliant Beneficial Ownership Information Report filing.

February 5, 2024

Announcing our integration with Coinbase

Announcement: Projects can custody their tokens on Coinbase Prime, while automating distribution, vesting, and tax withholdings with Pulley.

December 12, 2023

Introducing: SAFE Workflows

Issue SAFEs compliantly and save thousands in legal fees. Our guided workflow allows you to create customized templates, secure board approvals, collect signatures, and update your cap table.

September 27, 2023

Announcing our new integration with Gunderson

We're thrilled to announce a new integration with Gunderson Dettmer. If you're launching and incorporating a startup through Gunderson, you can now instantly onboard to Pulley’s equity management platform.

August 30, 2023

Guides

Qualified Small Business Stock (QSBS): Frequently Asked Questions

QSBS status allows founders, investors, and employees to take advantage of favorable tax treatment when selling stock.

April 1, 2025

From Incorporation to Tax Season: Your 2024 Ultimate Equity Compliance Guide

From incorporation to equity compensation and tax preparation, we provide you with essential strategies, calendars, and insights to navigate the complex compliance landscape efficiently.

April 1, 2025

The Corporate Transparency Act: A Practical Guide for Founders, Investors, and Business Operators

A complete guide that covers the essentials of the Corporate Transparency Act: BOI filing requirements, exemptions, penalties, and more.

April 1, 2025

SAFE Tax Treatment: A Guide for Startups and SAFE Investors

The IRS may treat a Simple Agreement for Future Equity (SAFE) as equity or as an equity derivative for tax purposes. How a SAFE is taxed may affect returns.

April 1, 2025

What is a Simple Agreement for Future Equity (SAFE)?

A Simple Agreement for Future Equity (SAFE) is a startup fundraising tool. Investors pay money now and receive shares of company stock later. Read more.

April 1, 2025

A Framework for Token Compensation

At Pulley, we’ve had conversations with some of the leading Web3 projects, protocols, and investors about using Tokens in compensation. From these conversations, we created a loose framework and set of questions you should ask before considering issuing tokens to employees.

April 1, 2025

What Is the ISO $100K Limit?

The ISO $100K limit prevents employees from taking too much advantage of the tax benefits associated with incentive stock options (ISOs). Learn more.

April 1, 2025

How to Convert an LLC to a C-Corp

Converting an LLC to a C-corp is easier in some states than others, but it may be necessary if you want to attract investment and offer equity. Here’s how.

April 1, 2025

When to Raise Money for a Startup

Before raising money for your startup, you’ll want to establish solid traction and a business model that will attract potential investors. Learn more.

April 1, 2025

What Is an Accredited Investor?

An accredited investor is an individual or entity that’s allowed to trade certain unregistered security offerings. Here’s what founders need to know.

April 1, 2025

What Is a Tear Sheet?

A tear sheet is a one-page document created by a venture capitalist to summarize the key financial information about a portfolio company. Learn more.

April 1, 2025

What Are Advisory Shares? A Guide for Startups

Advisory shares are a type of equity compensation that startups can give to advisors in exchange for their advice. Learn more in our guide for founders.

April 1, 2025

RSU Tax 101: How Restricted Stock Units Are Taxed

Restricted Stock Units, or RSUs, are taxed at ordinary income tax rates upon vesting. Capital gains taxes may also apply at the time the stock is sold.

April 1, 2025

What Is Contributed Capital?

Contributed capital is the total amount of money and assets shareholders have invested in a company. Here’s where to find it in your balance sheet.

April 1, 2025

What Are Common Vesting Schedules?

A four-year vesting schedule with a one-year cliff is the most common vesting schedule, but other options may make sense for your startup. Learn more.

April 1, 2025