Employees cannot accurately determine Fair Market Value (FMV) of Incentive Stock Options (ISOs) for tax reporting

Employees receiving ISOs struggle to calculate the correct FMV at grant date for tax compliance and financial planning, leading to potential IRS audit risk, incorrect tax filings, and inability to make informed exercise decisions. Current solutions lack transparency—companies often provide minimal guidance, and public valuation methods are unreliable for private companies. This creates anxiety around a high-stakes financial decision with significant tax consequences.