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NQSOs versus ISOs: What’s the Difference?

By Financial Design Studio, Inc. | June 8, 2023
Experienced Fiduciary Fee Only Financial Advisor in Chicago

What are Incentive Stock Options? What are Nonqualified Stock Options? There can be significant tax consequences from exercising options, as well as meaningful tax savings opportunities. We investigate the differences and help you decide your best option.

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Strategies for Early Retirement Healthcare [Video]

By Financial Design Studio, Inc. | June 5, 2023
Experienced Fiduciary Fee Only Financial Advisors in Chicago

Early retirement healthcare can be tricky. This video explains your health insurance options before age 65 and Medicare.

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The Quarterly Advisor: Second Quarter 2023

By Financial Design Studio, Inc. | May 31, 2023
Fee Only Financial Advisors Fiduciary Experienced In Chicago

The Quarterly Advisor: Second Quarter 2023 | Is the Dollar going away? | What to know about CBDC | Retirement Dreams | And More!

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Podcast Episode 18: Forever to Never Tax, with Roth Conversions

By Financial Design Studio, Inc. | May 30, 2023
Experienced Fiduciary Fee-Only Financial Advisors in Chicago

In this episode, we cover how to use Roth Conversions and your taxable accounts to create a future with no more taxes!

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Save on Stock Option Taxes With 83(b) Elections [Video]

By Financial Design Studio, Inc. | May 23, 2023
Fee Only Financial Advisors CFP in Deer Park

83(b) elections are a great way to use stock options to build wealth. This video will break down the what, why, when, and how’s of 83(b) elections.

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Podcast Episode 17: Insurance Mistakes and Misconceptions

By Financial Design Studio, Inc. | May 15, 2023
Experienced Fiduciary Fee Only Financial Advisors CFP In Chicago

In this episode, we explore what each type of insurance covers, explain common misconceptions, and share mistakes to watch out for.

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