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F-Reorganization QSBS Clock Preservation

Restructure a growing C-corp without resetting the §1202 5-year clock.

Overview

A §368(a)(1)(F) F-reorganization lets a C-corp change state of incorporation, add a holding company, or clean up capitalization — WITHOUT breaking the §1202 QSBS 5-year holding period on existing stock. Essential when institutional investors demand a Delaware flip or when founders want holdco protection pre-exit.

Best fit
Growing C-corp foundersQSBS holders facing recapPE-backed re-domiciliations
Estimated impact
Preserve $10M+ per-holder QSBS exclusion through recap

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