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What is a 83(b) Election used for?
Form 83(b) Election is used by taxpayers to elect to include in gross income the fair market value of property received in connection with the performance of services, at the time of transfer, rather than at the time of vesting.
Who needs to fill out a 83(b) Election form
Taxpayers receiving property in connection with the performance of services, such as employees or independent contractors receiving restricted stock or options.
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It allows taxpayers to choose when they are taxed on unvested equity by recognizing income at the time of transfer.
It should include a description of the property transferred, such as the number of shares, the date of transfer, and the fair market value at the time of transfer.
If the deadline is missed, the election cannot be made, and income will be recognized as the equity vests.
No specific IRS form is required, but the election statement must include specific information as outlined by the IRS.