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by mch82 2457 days ago
Keep in mind that while 40% equity means you get 40% of dividends, it also means you’re on the hook for 40% of losses (or of the minimum annual tax bill if your company has no profit).

So retaining your equity may not be free.

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Good point. It's definitely something I'll consider. I guess in case I retain some equity, it would be sort of an agreement that I'll receive XY % in case the company is sold, so technically I wouldn't have a stake in the company & be responsible for the tax stuff