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Tax Planning for Startup Founders and Employees

Harness Wealth

Cost-saving tax planning can be much more difficult to implement after your company is well-established and has reached the stage where an IPO, merger, or acquisition becomes a likely event. Types of shares to offer: ISOs, NSOs, RSAs, RSUs Startups must determine how best to issue stock shares to employees.

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Tax Planning for When Your Startup is Going Through an Acquisition

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Founders, board members, and employees of startups that get acquired can experience tax consequences as a result of a liquidity event. It’s imperative to plan for the tax implications so you can be prepared to pay what you owe the IRS.

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The Ultimate Guide to State Residency and Tax Planning for Startup Founders and Remote Tech Employees

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All three of these states have no state income tax, no tax on unearned or investment income, and high quality of life that cater to a variety of different lifestyles from skiing to sunbathing. However, it’s important to note that while residing in any of these states, you will still be obligated to pay federal taxes.

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Adviser links: the long road

Abnormal Returns

investmentnews.com) Tax planning Why financial advisers need to be careful when offering tax advice. kitces.com) Tax planning is an ongoing process. blogs.cfainstitute.org) Advisers How the SEC now regulates investment performance advertising. riaintel.com) Older Americans are planning to stay in the homes.

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Switching Jobs and Your Startup Equity: What You Need to Know

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If you’re a startup employee, chances are you earn stock options or grants as part of your compensation package. Startups typically follow a three to four year vesting schedule, with shares gradually being distributed monthly after one full year on the job (that one-year mark is known as the cliff).

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Tender Offers: A Comprehensive Guide for Startup Employees

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Equity compensation is a popular strategy used by startups to attract and retain top talent, and it can sometimes result in significant financial rewards for founders and employees alike. However, realizing the value of equity can be rare, particularly when the company has no immediate plans to go public. How Do Tender Offers Work?

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The Latest In Financial #AdvisorTech (October 2023)

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From there, the latest highlights also feature a number of other interesting advisor technology announcements, including: Holistiplan, after achieving success with its tax planning and analysis software, has announced an investment from Lead Edge Capital, signaling that it may be ready to expand into other financial planning areas beyond tax – (..)