
Should I Accept a Tender Offer For My Stock Options?
As a startup or private company employee, you may have the option to participate in a tender offer from your employer. Accepting a tender offer
Restricted stock is a type of equity compensation typically awarded to founders and executives. Learn more about financial and tax planning considerations for restricted stock, 83(b) elections, tax planning strategies, Section 1202, considerations during a lock-up, and what to do with the proceeds. The blog also discusses liquidity events such as IPOs, mergers, or acquisitions and what happens to stock if you’re laid off or leave the company. Key insights for founders and executives on strategic stock option planning and strategies to best manage sudden wealth from restricted stock awards. Insights from Kristin McKenna CFP®, a nationally recognized expert in employee stock options and equity compensation.

As a startup or private company employee, you may have the option to participate in a tender offer from your employer. Accepting a tender offer

A restricted stock award (RSA) is a form of equity compensation. RSA grants are commonly issued by private companies, particularly early-stage startups, and may be

For individuals with stock-based compensation, an 83(b) election has the potential to greatly reduce taxes on stock options or restricted stock. When you purchase unvested

What’s your post-IPO stock liquidation strategy? Working for a company as it goes public can be a very exciting and rewarding experience. If you have