Withdrawing Funds

This guide explains how to withdraw your funds from Stasis by redeeming rSTS tokens for USDC at the current exchange rate.

Understanding Withdrawals

How Withdrawals Work

Instant Liquidity: No lock-up periods or waiting times
Current Rate: Withdraw at the current rSTS/USDC exchange rate
Proportional: Redeem any amount of your rSTS holdings
No Penalties: No withdrawal fees (only gas costs)

Exchange Rate Mechanics

Withdrawal Value = rSTS Amount × Current Exchange Rate

Example:
- You hold: 1,000 rSTS
- Current rate: 1.06 USDC per rSTS
- Withdrawal value: 1,000 × 1.06 = 1,060 USDC

What Happens During Withdrawal

You specify rSTS amount to redeem
Contract calculates USDC value at current rate
rSTS tokens are burned from your wallet
USDC is transferred to your address
Vault state is updated

Before You Withdraw

Important Considerations

Timing

No Optimal Timing: Withdraw whenever you need funds
Rate Appreciation: Consider that exchange rate increases over time
Market Conditions: Rate appreciation may vary with funding rates

Tax Implications

Withdrawals may trigger taxable events
Consult tax professional for your jurisdiction
Keep records of deposit/withdrawal transactions

Amount Planning

Partial Withdrawals: You can withdraw any portion
Full Exit: Withdraw entire position if desired
Gas Efficiency: Consider consolidating small withdrawals

Prerequisites Checklist

✅ rSTS tokens in your wallet
✅ Connected to Avalanche Fuji network
✅ Sufficient AVAX for gas fees (~$0.02)
✅ Understanding of current exchange rate

Step-by-Step Withdrawal Process

Step 1: Access Withdrawal Interface

Navigate to Withdrawal Section

Visit Stasis application
Ensure wallet is connected
Go to "Withdraw" or "Vault" section
Verify correct network (Avalanche Fuji)

Review Your Position

Key Information Displayed:
- rSTS Balance: XXX.XX rSTS
- Current Value: $X,XXX.XX USDC
- Exchange Rate: X.XXXX USDC per rSTS
- Unrealized Gains: $XXX.XX (+X.XX%)

Step 2: Choose Withdrawal Amount

Amount Selection Options

1. Enter specific rSTS amount
2. Enter target USDC amount (auto-calculates rSTS)
3. Use percentage buttons (25%, 50%, 75%, 100%)
4. Use "Max" button for full withdrawal

Real-Time Calculations

The interface shows:

rSTS to Redeem: Amount of tokens being burned
USDC to Receive: Amount you'll get
Remaining Balance: rSTS left after withdrawal
Gas Estimate: Transaction cost

Example Calculation

Current Holdings: 1,000 rSTS
Exchange Rate: 1.06 USDC per rSTS
Withdrawal: 500 rSTS

USDC Received: 500 × 1.06 = 530 USDC
Remaining: 500 rSTS (worth 530 USDC)

Step 3: Review Transaction Details

Transaction Summary

Withdrawal Details:
- rSTS Amount: XXX.XX rSTS
- USDC Amount: XXX.XX USDC
- Exchange Rate: X.XXXX
- Gas Fee: ~$0.02
- Net Received: XXX.XX USDC (after gas)

Important Checks

✅ Withdrawal amount is correct
✅ Exchange rate looks reasonable
✅ Sufficient AVAX for gas
✅ Receiving address is your wallet

Step 4: Execute Withdrawal

Submit Transaction

Click "Withdraw"
Review in Wallet:
- Function: withdraw(uint256 shares)
- Amount: Your rSTS withdrawal amount
- Gas Fee: ~$0.01-0.05
Confirm Transaction
- Verify all details
- Click "Confirm" in wallet

Transaction Processing

Processing Steps:
1. Transaction submitted to blockchain
2. Smart contract validation
3. rSTS tokens burned from your wallet
4. USDC transferred to your address
5. Vault state updated
6. Confirmation (1-3 seconds on Avalanche)

Step 5: Verify Withdrawal

Immediate Checks

After transaction confirmation:

USDC Balance: Should increase by withdrawal amount
rSTS Balance: Should decrease by redeemed amount
Dashboard Update: Position should reflect new balances
Transaction Hash: Save for records

Verification Example

Before Withdrawal:
- USDC: 100.00
- rSTS: 1,000.00

After 500 rSTS Withdrawal:
- USDC: 630.00 (100 + 530)
- rSTS: 500.00

Withdrawal Strategies

Partial Withdrawal Strategies

Profit Taking

Withdraw only gains, keep principal invested
Systematic profit realization
Maintain core position for continued yield

Rebalancing

Withdraw to rebalance portfolio allocation
Maintain target percentage in Stasis
Respond to changing risk tolerance

Liquidity Management

Withdraw for specific funding needs
Emergency fund access
Planned expense coverage

Full Withdrawal Considerations

When to Exit Completely

Strategy Change: Moving to different investments
Risk Reduction: Reducing DeFi exposure
Market Conditions: Concerns about funding rates
Personal Needs: Requiring all capital

Exit Process

Full Exit Steps:
1. Click "Max" or "100%" button
2. Confirm withdrawal of entire balance
3. Verify you'll receive all accumulated value
4. Execute transaction
5. Confirm complete exit

Advanced Withdrawal Topics

Liquidity Considerations

Vault Liquidity

Most withdrawals process instantly
Large withdrawals (>10% of vault) may require time
Vault maintains liquidity buffers
Emergency procedures for extreme scenarios

Market Impact

Normal withdrawals have no market impact
Very large withdrawals may affect strategy execution
Protocol designed to handle typical withdrawal patterns

Tax Optimization

Timing Strategies

Consider tax year implications
Harvest losses if applicable
Coordinate with other investment activities

Record Keeping

Important Records:
- Deposit dates and amounts
- Withdrawal dates and amounts
- Exchange rates at each transaction
- Gas fees paid
- Net gains/losses

Emergency Withdrawals

When Needed

Urgent liquidity requirements
Protocol concerns
Market stress situations

Process

Same as normal withdrawal
No additional steps required
Instant processing (subject to vault liquidity)

Troubleshooting Withdrawal Issues

Common Problems

Transaction Failures

Insufficient Gas

Problem: Transaction fails due to low AVAX
Solution: Add AVAX to wallet
Prevention: Maintain small AVAX buffer

Slippage Issues

Problem: Exchange rate changed during transaction
Solution: Retry with updated rate
Note: Rare on Avalanche due to fast confirmation

Contract Issues

Problem: Smart contract rejects transaction
Solution: Check vault status, contact support
Causes: Vault paused, insufficient liquidity

Display Issues

Balance Not Updating

Refresh: Browser and wallet
Network: Verify correct network
Time: Allow a few seconds for updates

Incorrect Amounts

Rate Check: Verify current exchange rate
Calculation: Manually verify math
Support: Contact team if discrepancies persist

Network Issues

Slow Confirmations

Normal: Avalanche is typically fast (1-3 seconds)
Congestion: Rare but possible during high usage
Solution: Wait or increase gas price

Failed Transactions

Retry: Often resolves network issues
Gas: Increase gas limit if needed
Status: Check Avalanche network status

After Withdrawal

Immediate Actions

Verify Receipt

Check USDC Balance: Confirm funds received
Save Transaction Hash: For records
Update Records: Personal tracking spreadsheet

Security

Logout: If using public computer
Monitor: Watch for any unusual activity
Backup: Ensure wallet backup is current

Future Considerations

Re-entry Strategy

Market Timing: Consider when to re-enter
Dollar-Cost Averaging: Gradual re-entry approach
Rate Monitoring: Watch exchange rate trends

Portfolio Management

Reallocation: Deploy withdrawn funds
Diversification: Consider other opportunities
Risk Management: Maintain appropriate exposure

Tax Reporting

Documentation Needed

For Tax Purposes:
- Original deposit amount and date
- Withdrawal amount and date
- Exchange rates at both times
- Net gain/loss calculation
- Gas fees paid

Professional Advice

Consult tax professional for complex situations
Understand local regulations
Plan for tax obligations

Withdrawal Best Practices

Planning

Think Ahead: Plan withdrawals in advance
Batch Operations: Combine small withdrawals
Tax Timing: Consider tax implications

Security

Verify URLs: Ensure you're on official site
Double-Check: Review all transaction details
Start Small: Test with small amount first

Record Keeping

Transaction Logs: Maintain detailed records
Screenshots: Save important information
Backup Data: Store records securely

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