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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. As proposed, the new legislation would increase these tax rates to 9% and perhaps even 16% , respectively, starting in 2023.

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Intel Severance Package: Your Complete Guide & Action Plan

Cordant Wealth Partners

It’s important to note, severance payouts are taxed, and taxed as ordinary income in the year of payout. So, if you separate from the company near the end of the year, earning both a full year of salary plus severance payouts, you could be pushed into a higher tax bracket. Tax planning for a transition out of Intel is critical.

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Personal, estate, and business tax planning strategies for 2023

Nationwide Financial

Even if a client believes they would not be subject to estate or gift tax under current law, you may want to re-examine the value of their assets to determine whether they exceed a lower exemption amount. Tax season has begun, and it’s not too early to think about planning for the 2023 tax year.

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20 Ways to Reduce Your Taxes in 2024: A Guide for Founders, Startup Employees, and Executives

Harness Wealth

As a company founder, early startup employee, or small business owner, you may find yourself in a higher tax bracket as your business grows or you realize gains from equity compensation. But that doesn’t mean you simply have to accept a higher tax bill.

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Zoe’s Tell-All: 2023 Tax Season

Zoe Financial

Zoe’s Tell-All: 2023 Tax Season Published February 14th, 2023 Reading Time: 5 minutes Written by: The Zoe Team If you’re a golfer, you know a lot goes into the brilliant game. Similarly, filing taxes includes many steps and details everyone needs to know about. Tax planning can be overwhelming , but it doesn’t have to be.

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A Quick Take on the Tax Treatment of Incentive Stock Options

Zajac Group

If your employer has granted you incentive stock options (ISOs) , you’ve likely spent time researching the tax treatment. If so, you’ve probably read about the alternative minimum tax (AMT), and qualifying and disqualifying dispositions. When you do, the sale is either a qualified or disqualified sale, and is taxed accordingly.

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How Does Microsoft Compensation Work?

Cordant Wealth Partners

Source: Levels.fyi Planning opportunities with salary: Contribute to your 401(k), HSA, and (for those Level 67+) Deferred Compensation accounts to reduce your taxes today. Fund your ESPP account. The higher your level, the higher percentage of your total compensation this cash bonus will represent.