Funny you ask this here. In 2012, 1 in 4 Y combinator starts up broke apart due to founder disagreement. You can bet a large part of that was due to equity dist

Funny you ask this here. In 2012, 1 in 4 Y combinator starts up broke apart due to founder disagreement. You can bet a large part of that was due to equity distribution issues. Equity issues can get really messy - and easily damage friendships. Read the reviews for Slicing Pie. It's about maintaining a dynamic model that eventually vest into shares (if the company works out). I read it. It's great quick read. Ideal for your situation, I think. And it may preserve your friendship. http://www.amazon.com/Slicing-Pie-Company-Without-Funds-ebook/dp/B0096EFHBI http://www.amazon.com/Slicing-Pie-Company-Without-Funds-eboo...