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Tax Treatment of Restricted Stock: Explained
In this post, learn about the tax treatment of restricted stock to maximize your benefits and avoiding unexpected tax liabilities.
8 Things to Know About Trading Windows for Employees in Tech
Understanding trading windows and the rules surrounding them is crucial to making informed decisions about when to buy or sell company stock.
In this post, we share 8 key things to know about trading windows for employees in tech.
Employee Stock Purchase Plans: Should I Participate?
This post explores the pros and cons of participating in employee stock purchase plans to help tech employees make informed decisions.
Covered Calls 101
In this post, we'll delve into what covered calls are, how they work, and explore the pros and cons of implementing this strategy. We’ll also share more about our Covered Call service, in the event that you want some guidance and support implementing this investment strategy.
Trading Windows: Explained
This post explores what trading windows are, closed versus open windows, and how to navigate them effectively with the right planning.
Selling Private Company Stock: The Insider's Guide To Cashing In Before The IPO
Startups can be exciting and promising ventures, but often require significant time, effort, and money before becoming profitable, which means many start up employees receive stock options as part of their comp package. Let’s discuss how startup employees can sell shares of their privately held stock before it goes public!
Tired Of Trading Windows? Meet The 10B5-1 Plan.
Let’s explore what a 10b5-1 plan is, how it works, and the risks and rewards associated with implementing such a plan.
Maximizing Impact: The Role of Donor-Advised Funds in Your Charitable Giving Strategy
Donor-Advised Funds (DAFs) have emerged as a powerful tool for charitable giving. But what makes DAFs particularly appealing for stock-based compensation professionals? Let's dive in!
Have Stock from your Past Employer? Consider Covered Calls!
In the fast-paced world of technology, savvy investment strategies can be a game changer for your financial growth. For tech professionals, covered calls can be a robust tool to enhance income and diversification.
Let’s unpack 10 key items tech employees should consider to determine if covered calls is a good fit.
The end of Mint: Our zero-based budgeting philosophy and why we believe in Monarch Money
The impending shutdown of Mint signifies the end of an era. With this news being so fresh, we’ve spent some time researching and testing a few platforms, and will continue to dive deeper into various budgeting apps.
Tax-Loss Harvesting Beware! The Ins & Outs of the Wash Rule
If you're joining a tech startup or a growing company, there's a good chance you'll encounter NSOs. But what exactly are they, and how do they differ from other types of stock options? Let’s dive in!
Direct Indexing: A Game-Changer for Tax-Loss Harvesting
While tax-loss harvesting is a familiar concept to many, direct indexing is emerging as a powerful tool to amplify its benefits. Let’s delve into how direct indexing can significantly boost the benefits of tax-loss harvesting.
Demystifying Tax-Loss Harvesting: Pros, Cons, & Strategy Integration
Tax Harvesting may seem like an odd investment term, but it’s a crucial strategy to any investor. Let’s dive in!
Dollar-Cost Averaging (DCA) 101: Pros & Cons
Navigate fluctuations in the market by investing a set amount of money at regular intervals through DCA. Learn more about this strategy!
Lump-Sum Investing 101: Pros & Cons
While some investors prefer to invest with regular, smaller amounts, others favor a single, substantial investment. Let's break down what Lump sum investing means and weigh its advantages and disadvantages.
Boost Your Portfolio: Income & Diversification with Covered Calls
Covered calls are an options trading strategy designed to generate income while helping you diversify your holdings. Let’s unlock the power & deconstruct the complexity around covered calls!
How are Investment Earnings Taxed?
Something everyone should know: how investment earnings are taxed. Stay informed via our blog post!
Deep Dive: Unlocking the Potential of Incentive Stock Options (ISOs)
Incentive stock options can feel overwhelming for even the most seasoned startup employee. To help break down all the ins and outs of ISOs for those joining the start-up life, scroll through our deep dive to learn more and get your questions answered.
Non-Qualified Stock Options (NSOs) 101
If you're joining a tech startup or a growing company, there's a good chance you'll encounter NSOs. But what exactly are they, and how do they differ from other types of stock options? Let’s dive in!
Employee Stock Purchase Plans (ESPP) 101
Employee Stock Purchase Plans (ESPPs) are a type of benefit that many companies offer to their employees. We’ve rounded up ten things to know about ESPPs!