RSU Tax Withholding: Why 22% Is Never Enough (and What to Do About It)
Your employer withholds 22% on RSU income, but your actual tax rate is 40-55%. Learn why the gap exists and 3 ways to avoid an April surprise.
Mike Navarro··9 min read
Employer withholding on RSU vests, option exercises, and supplemental income — why the flat 22% rate often creates a shortfall and how to plan for the gap.
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