Glossary

Fully Vested

Definition

Fully vested means that an individual has 100% ownership of their granted equity, stock options, or retirement benefits. Once fully vested, the person can exercise, sell, or transfer their shares without restrictions. This term is commonly used in startup equity plans, stock options, and employee retirement benefits.

Vesting schedules are often structured over multiple years to incentivize long-term commitment.

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