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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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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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Retirement Planning: What Will Work Best for You?

Your Richest Life

There are traditional and Roth 401(k)s, both differentiated by their tax benefits. Traditional 401(k) – Employee contributions reduce taxable income, but withdrawals in retirement are taxed. Like a 401(k), a 403(b) plan lets employees put some of their salary into an account, and it’s generally not taxed until it’s distributed.

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Job Loss Financial Checklist

Walkner Condon Financial Advisors

As it turned out, financial planning is where I felt I could have the most impact. I greatly benefited from financial advice and my mission from that point on was to pay it forward. I wanted to help others with financial planning and advice. Expect federal and state taxes to be withheld. Revisit the budget.

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Job Loss Financial Checklist

Walkner Condon Financial Advisors

As it turned out, financial planning is where I felt I could have the most impact. I greatly benefited from financial advice and my mission from that point on was to pay it forward. I wanted to help others with financial planning and advice. Expect federal and state taxes to be withheld. Revisit the budget.

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Microsoft Mega Backdoor Roth 401k: How it Works

Cordant Wealth Partners

The Microsoft Mega Backdoor Roth 401(k) is a feature within the 401(k) plan that allows you to: Save additional money each year on an after-tax basis into your 401(k) and Convert those dollars into a tax-free Roth subaccount. Like a Roth IRA, the Roth 401(k) is tax-free money. Let’s look at how this is done.

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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.