An Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) is a qualified retirement plan that can be used as a business transition tool and as an employee ownership vehicle.
The ESOP repurchase obligation or liability is the company’s obligation to buy back shares from ESOP participants according to the company’s ESOP plan document and ESOP Distribution Policy. The ESOP repurchase obligation helps with planning for cash requirements and how to meet bank (or seller) requirements for leveraged ESOPs.
Watch the video below to understand the importance of working with an Administration Provider that includes a repurchase obligation strategy as part of your ESOP road map and long-range planning.