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Featured legal-explainer Jul 18, 2026

83(b) Election: The 30-Day Tax Trap Every Founder Misses

You just incorporated your startup. You and your co-founder split the equity, set up a four-year vesting schedule with a one-year cliff, and moved on to building product. You have a company. You have ...

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83(b) election explained for startup founders

how-to-guide Jun 19, 2026

S Corp vs. LLC: Which Is Right for Your Business?

S corp vs LLC -- what is the difference, which saves more on taxes, and how to choose the right structure for your business. A plain-language guide.

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