I’m a founder. Are my shares eligible for Qualified Small Business Stock (QSBS) benefits?

Founders’ shares are often, but not always, eligible for QSBS treatment.  In order for the founders’ shares to be QSBS eligible, both the corporation and the circumstances of the issuance must meet certain criteria, details of which you can find here.

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• Qualified Small Business Stock 
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