How a Business Hired a Lawyer to Review a Common Stock Purchase Agreement in New York

The specific terms (such as whether to give any voting or veto rights for example) will depend on factors like your company's stage, the investor's sophistication level, and the investment amount or percentage of the company the investor is acquiring. Consider having experienced counsel review the agreement, as the long-term implications of certain provisions can significantly impact your company's future governance, ability to raise funds and options to bring on other investors or key employees. Early stage companies often have significant restrictions on transferability of the stock, a ROFR clause and claw-back options. The provisions you mention are also required as they are core to the business terms. Hope this is helpful. The classic lawyer answer is "It depends" and that is true here.