One inbox handles everything: editorial@stackandscalejournal.com.
Useful messages tend to fall into three groups.
- A correction. Link the article and the document or rule that shows the error. A clause from a public template or a page on irs.gov is ideal evidence.
- A mechanic worth explaining. If a clause in a SAFE, side letter or term sheet caused confusion, send the clause with names and numbers removed, plus the question it raised. Many articles start this way.
- Advertising. Read the advertising page first, then write with “Advertising” in the subject line so the message is routed correctly.
Outside the editors’ remit
The editors do not review term sheets, model a specific company’s dilution or advise on whether a particular founder should file an 83(b) election. Those questions belong with a startup lawyer or a CPA who can see the full documents.
One time-sensitive note: an 83(b) election has to reach the IRS within 30 days after the restricted stock is issued. If that window is open right now, a professional should hear about it today rather than an editorial inbox.
Before sending documents
Please strip out company names, investor names, share counts and anything covered by a confidentiality agreement. The editors only need the wording of the clause to understand the question, and nothing sent will be published without permission.