samz1948
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04-04-2019
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The taxpayer pays the tax on the difference between the strike price and the market value on the date they exercise the option. That is included on their W-2.
If they sell the stock simultaniouly, then their selling price and their cost basis should be the same, and yes you would report the transaction on form 8949.