SaaS for 83(i) Election Strategy Simulations in Equity Compensation

SaaS for 83(i) Election Strategy Simulations in Equity Compensation Let me tell you a quick story. Back in 2019, a friend of mine—let’s call him Alex—got equity in a promising startup. He was thrilled. But by the time the company hit Series B, his tax advisor dropped the bomb: he had missed a 30-day deadline to file an election he didn’t even know existed. That mistake? It cost him over $40,000 in taxes... before he'd cashed out a single share. That election was the infamous 83(i). And now in 2025, we’re finally seeing technology step in to prevent those financial landmines. SaaS tools are emerging that let employees simulate 83(i) tax elections—before reality hits. These tools aren’t just fancy tax calculators. They’re compliance engines, deadline trackers, and personal financial shields, all rolled into one. 📘 Table of Contents What Is the 83(i) Election? Why Startups and Employees Should Care SaaS Tools Are Changing the Landscape Key Features of Sim...