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Startup Equity vs Salary: How to Evaluate an Offer Letter in 2026
Equity sounds attractive — but is it worth it? Learn how to evaluate startup offers.
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Estimated reading time: 4
Startup Equity vs Salary in 2026
Not all ESOPs are created equal.
Key Things to Check
- Vesting period
- Liquidity options
- Company funding stage
When Equity Makes Sense
- Early but funded startups
- Clear growth trajectory
Learning Resources
- ESOP Basics → https://www.investopedia.com/
- Startup Finance → https://www.ycombinator.com/library
Read time: ~4 minutes
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