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At the Money: How to Pay Less Capital Gains Taxes

The Big Picture

At the Money: How to Pay Less Capital Gains Taxes (January 24, 2024) We’re coming up on tax season, after a banner year for stocks. Successful investors could be looking at a big tax bill from the US government. On this episode of At the Money, we look at direct indexing as a way to manage capital gains taxes.

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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. The first three options are pass-through entities, so profits and losses are distributed to the owners who are taxed on them.

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Tax Planning for When Your Startup is Going Through an Acquisition

Harness Wealth

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. For example: How much do you need to budget for taxes?

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

Harness Wealth

However, it is important to keep in mind that different states and territories have varying tax laws and some may be more favorable than others. So before you set off on your big move, consider the specific tax implications of doing so. Who knows, you might even find a more tax-friendly destination along the way.

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Tender Offers: A Comprehensive Guide for Startup Employees

Harness Wealth

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. Do You Owe Taxes In A Tender Offer? Do You Owe Taxes In A Tender Offer? Table of Contents: What Is A Tender Offer? How Do Tender Offers Work?

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

Harness Wealth

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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Sunday links: fast pivots

Abnormal Returns

businessinsider.com) AI is moving so fast, fintech startups are having to quickly pivot. nytimes.com) Taxes Tax filing companies are lining up against the IRS offering a free filing option. npr.org) Why the IRS is scrutinizing new claims for the employee tax retention credit. Then check out our weekly e-mail newsletter.