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Startup Mistake 12 of 13: Running Afoul of 409A or Other Deferred Compensation Issues

Section 409A mistakes can trigger immediate taxation, penalties, and compliance issues that many early-stage companies do not see coming.

Deferred compensation issues are easy for early-stage companies to overlook, especially when cash is tight and payroll pressure is high. Informal compensation arrangements can create serious tax and compliance problems if Section 409A applies.

In the video below, Matt Storms explains why deferred compensation requires careful planning and what founders should understand before making informal pay arrangements.

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