Key Points in This Guide
- 1Clawback provisions: how they work and how to negotiate them
- 2Reimbursement cap analysis: is the amount realistic?
- 3Trigger events that activate clawback obligations
- 4Proportional vs flat repayment structures
- 5What happens if the company relocates you again or closes the office
- 6Temporary housing duration and limitations
Accepting a job that requires you to relocate is a major decision — and the relocation clause in your employment contract determines how protected you are if things go wrong. Clawback provisions can require you to repay tens of thousands of dollars in moving expenses if you leave within one to two years. Poorly written clauses may cap reimbursement far below your actual costs. This guide walks through the most important relocation clause risks and how to negotiate better terms.
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