When you make an 83(b) election, you're opting to pay tax on unvested shares now, instead of when the stock vests. For founders and executives with stock options or restricted stock, an 83(b) election ...

A stock option is a contract that gives you the right to buy or sell a stock at a certain price in the future. Stock options can be used to hedge against potential losses in your portfolio. Employee ...

Stock options offer employees a chance to own a piece of the companies they work for — and maybe even make a nice financial gain if the company’s share price rises in value. Options are granted for ...

Employee stock options are a form of equity compensation that companies may offer to their employees. They are often granted as an incentive to motivate and retain employees, align their interests ...

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