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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. However, stock compensation, large bonuses, commissions, etc.,

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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. The four elements of effective executive compensation plans . In addition to a base salary executives receive benefits that go far and above those offered to non-key employees.

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What Equity Compensation Shares Are the Best to Contribute to a Donor Advised Fund? Part 2

Zajac Group

Welcome back to our two-part series on how to use equity compensation to optimize your charitable contributions to a Donor Advised Fund (DAF). In Part 1, we covered two ways to maximize both your tax benefits, as well as the gift value for your intended recipients. After-Tax Value. Tax Benefit. Donation Type. Gift Value.

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The State of the Firm: Walkner Condon

Walkner Condon Financial Advisors

The Walkner Condon Team You should always consult a financial, tax, or legal professional familiar about your unique circumstances before making any financial decisions. Nothing in this material constitutes a solicitation for the sale or purchase of any securities. This material is intended for educational purposes only.

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What Executives Need to Know About Performance Awards

Zajac Group

And PSAs may require you to meet or exceed specific business targets, such as Total Shareholder Return, EBITDA, EPS, sales, revenue, explicit industry or peer benchmarks, etc. Also, as we’ll cover further down, delivery isn’t always when you might assume, which can impact your tax planning if you’re caught unaware.

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

Cordant Wealth Partners

Siemens offers eligible employees a 409(a) Nonqualified Deferred Compensation Plan (DCP) which provides those employees with a fairly straightforward opportunity: willingly forgo income today for a tax benefit. Benefits of the Siemens DCP include tax benefits and the benefit of a company match. Tax Benefits.

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Part 3: Tax-Wise Financial Planning

Yardley Wealth Management

The post Part 3: Tax-Wise Financial Planning appeared first on Yardley Wealth Management, LLC. Part 3: Tax-Wise Financial Planning In our last two pieces, we covered some tools of the tax-planning trade, as well as how to deploy them for tax-efficient investing. But tax planning isn’t just for your investments.