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Culture From the Top Down: Executive Compensation Plans Explained

Carson Wealth

At their most basic level, executive compensation plans are designed to attract, retain and motivate top talent and leadership. But truly successful plans are designed to be much more than providing a high salary to a key employee – they support the business’s philosophies, values, and mission. .

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3 Risk Reduction Strategies for Deferred Compensation Plans

Cordant Wealth Partners

In this post, we cover three ways you can reduce the risk you have in your deferred compensation plan (DCP) for those that have a substantial portion of their net worth tied up in deferred compensation. 409(a) Nonqualified Deferred Compensation plans present a fantastic way to defer taxes and build net worth.

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Massachusetts ‘Millionaires’ Tax Applies to Sudden Wealth Events

Darrow Wealth Management

In November 2022, proponents of the Massachusetts ‘millionaires’ tax (question 1) won their bid to nearly double the income tax rate on individuals with taxable income over $1M a year. Starting in 2023, a 4% surtax will be applied to taxable income and capital gains over $1M. They paid $300,000 for the house.

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Intel SERPLUS: 2022 Open Enrollment Guide

Cordant Wealth Partners

What’s the risk of the Intel SERPLUS plan? Second, what’s the magnitude of the tax benefit from deferring income? Intel SERPLUS Contribution Scenario and Tax Calculator (excel download). Intel’s SERPLUS (Deferred Compensation) program is available to employees at grade level 10 or higher. FREE RESOURCES.

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Siemens Deferred Compensation Elections for Former Employees of Mentor Graphics: 4 Steps to Consider

Cordant Wealth Partners

Employees of what was formerly Mentor Graphics, now Siemens, may find that they are eligible for Siemens’ Deferred Compensation Plan (DCP) and wonder if they should defer their salary and/or bonus into the plan. The Benefits of Deferred Compensation. The Risks of Deferred Compensation Plans. Tax Benefits.

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Intel SERPLUS Elections 2020: 4 Steps to Consider Given the Recent Company Uncertainty

Cordant Wealth Partners

409(a) Nonqualified Deferred Compensation Plans present one of these opportunities. You willingly forgo income today with the faith that your company will survive many years into the future to make good on this liability to you—all for a tax benefit that tips the odds in your favor. The Benefits of Deferred Compensation Plans.

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Build Your Dream Retirement

Zoe Financial

Not all income is created equal – and different income sources also carry other consequences , especially regarding taxes. For example, the money you will withdraw from a Roth IRA would be tax-free, and some retirees jump in early to use their Roth IRA accounts. Was Blake Lively Financially Cheated On? However, this is a mistake.