> The partners want to give me the opportunity to buy options at the company's current valuation (based on angel investment) with a 1.5 multiplier. E.g., $100 buys $150 of stock.
You really need to consult a tax specialist before doing anything because that looks like a transaction that will be taxable immediately to you even if you never buy the stock and the options expire worthless.
You really need to consult a tax specialist before doing anything because that looks like a transaction that will be taxable immediately to you even if you never buy the stock and the options expire worthless.