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RSU vs. stock options
RSU vs. stock options
Companies often move from stock options to RSUs as they become larger. Learn more about the difference between RSUs vs options.
Estate and gift taxes for equity
Estate and gift taxes for equity
At Carta, we offer gift and estate tax appraisals. Learn everything you need to know about federal estate taxes and gift taxes when you transfer equity.
Secondary transactions in APAC: How employees can unlock equity comp rewards
Secondary transactions in APAC: How employees can unlock equity comp rewards
With few exits and IPOs in APAC, how can employees reap the rewards of their equity compensation? A solution can be found in secondary transactions.
ASC 718
ASC 718
Is your startup staying GAAP compliant? Learn how to expense employee stock options on your company’s income statement using ASC 718 accounting guidelines.
Thinking of converting from LLC to C-Corp? Here’s an equity plan to consider
Thinking of converting from LLC to C-Corp? Here’s an equity plan to consider
Many LLC founders and executives want to know what type of equity plan will easily convert with the company when it ultimately converts to a corporation.
An LLC equity plan that requires no cash payment from employees
An LLC equity plan that requires no cash payment from employees
For companies organized as LLCs taxed as partnerships, there is an equity option for employees that is both non-taxable and requires no cash payment.