Saving tax on restricted stock awards with the Sec. 83(b) election

Saving tax on restricted stock awards with the Sec. 83(b) electionToday many employees receive stock-based compensation from their employer as part of their compensation and benefits package. The tax consequences of such compensation can be complex — subject to ordinary-income, capital gains, employment and other taxes. But if you receive restricted stock awards, you might have a tax-saving opportunity in the form of the Section 83(b) election.