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What Does an IPO Mean for Stock Options? What Happens to Employees When a Company Goes Public

Darrow Wealth Management

Exercise strategy: Timing: Consider the tax implications of exercising vested options before or after the IPO, timing of sales, and tax planning opportunities. Cash flow: Depending on the type of equity you have, exercising can be challenging given tax implications and having cash to buy the stock.

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Set Your Financial Goals for 2025: A Strategic Approach to Building Your Wealth

Yardley Wealth Management

Garry Esquire, CFP®, MBA Founder & CEO of Yardley Wealth Management Setting meaningful financial goals in 2025 requires more than just wishful thinking – it demands a strategic, well-planned approach. This might seem conservative to some, but recent global events have demonstrated how quickly circumstances can change.

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83(b) Election: Tax Strategies for Unvested Company Stock

Darrow Wealth Management

For founders, employees, and executives with stock-based compensation, an 83(b) election can be a powerful tax planning tool. When you make an 83(b) election, you’re opting to pay tax on unvested shares now, instead of when the stock vests. It can also preclude some tax planning strategies down the road.

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Tax Planning Strategies for Executive Compensation

Carson Wealth

By Mike Valenti, CPA, CFP ® , Director, Tax Planning Corporate executives often receive the brunt of the U.S. tax system. Typically, most or all of their income is W-2 income and subject to the higher ordinary tax rates as well as FICA taxes.

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Should You Exercise Stock Options During a Pre-IPO Window?

Darrow Wealth Management

When a pre-IPO exercise is off the table At Darrow Wealth Management, we specialize in planning for a sudden liquidity event , typically from stock options following an IPO or acquisition. For individuals expecting a sudden wealth event, sometimes the potential for tax savings causes employees to lose sight of the bigger picture.

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83(b) Election: Tax Strategies for Unvested Company Stock

Darrow Wealth Management

For founders, employees, and executives with stock-based compensation, an 83(b) election can be a powerful tax planning tool. When you make an 83(b) election, you’re opting to pay tax on unvested shares now, instead of when the stock vests. It can also preclude some tax planning strategies down the road.

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Is Retirement a Good Time for Roth Conversions?

Darrow Wealth Management

Aside from the tax bill, you’ll want to have enough cash or resources to live on to minimize your taxable income in the year of conversion. As you consider your cash runway and resources, remember to consult your financial and tax advisors to discuss taxes, penalties, and distribution rules.