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Right of First Refusal
Definition
A right that gives existing shareholders the first chance to buy shares before they can be sold to an outsider.
Why it matters
This right helps a company control who owns its shares, keeping unwanted parties off the cap table.
Example
A founder wanting to sell shares must first offer them to existing investors who hold a right of first refusal.
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