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4 Trends in Trading Blackout Periods
Jun 24, 2026

The use of trading windows is nearly universal at public companies. Here are four trends in blackouts, including which employees and transactions are subject to blackout and how long trades are prohibited.
Understanding Early Exercise and 83(b) Elections
Jun 18, 2026

Stock plan admin guide to 83(b) elections: early exercise, the 30-day deadline, ISO/NQSO reporting obligations, and what administrators own.
Why Business Travelers Remain a Hidden Tax Risk
Jun 17, 2026

Business travelers face payroll and state income tax risks. Learn compliance rules, treaty exemptions, and how to track travelers.
Profits Interests in LLCs: Key Features Explained
Jun 11, 2026

Profits interests explained: how they work in LLCs, how they differ from capital interests, and how to identify key features for equity compensation planning.
Next-Day Deposit Rule: IRS Tightens Settlement Requirement
Jun 10, 2026

The IRS updated the Internal Revenue Manual to require one-day settlement for relief under the $100,000 next-day deposit rule. Learn what this means for equity compensation.
SEC Proposes Simpler Reporting Rules for Most Public Companies
Jun 3, 2026

The SEC proposes to streamline filer categories and reduce executive compensation disclosures for more than 80% of public companies.
6 European Equity Mistakes U.S. Private Companies Make
May 28, 2026

Six common misconceptions U.S. private companies make when granting equity in Europe, and how to build a compliant, country-specific approach.
IRS Modernizes 3921 and 3922 Filings with IRIS
May 27, 2026

Learn how the IRS shift from FIRE to IRIS impacts Form 3921 and 3922 filings and what equity compensation teams must do before 2027.
Private Company Cap Table Due Diligence
May 21, 2026

Private company cap table due diligence checklist for equity professionals preparing for investors, audits and financing events.