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Restricted Stock Units (RSUs) are a widely used form of equity compensation. They are especially relevant in tech startups and pre-IPO companies. Instead of standard RSUs that vest based on time alone, double-trigger RSUs necessitate two conditions to be met before shares become available.
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Instead of receiving shares at a specific vesting schedule like traditional RSUs, double-trigger RSUs necessitate:
Until both conditions are met, no actual stock is delivered. Accordingly, no taxes are owed.
Pre-IPO companies prefer double-trigger RSUs because they prevent employees from holding stock in a private company with limited liquidity. By linking vesting to an IPO or acquisition, companies make sure that employees can actually sell shares once they are received.
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If employment ends before both triggers occur, unvested shares are forfeited. Instead of standard RSUs, double-trigger RSUs do not create taxable income unless fully vested.
How RSUs are taxed should be acknowledged by the taxpayers in order to prevent unnecessary mistakes and establish a healthy structure. If you need further assistance with RSU taxation, professional guidance can present a different aspect for full compliance.
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