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NQSOs versus ISOs: What’s the Difference?

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]

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

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

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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A Guide to Restricted Stock Units

Read this before you get, vest, or sell restricted stock units. There are three stages in the life cycle of RSUs that are granted to you. We discuss the risks, taxation, and when to sell your stock.

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

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

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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Understanding Stock Market & Economic Cycles

Do you remember what an economic cycle looks like? In this week’s post we help you understand stock market & economic cycles and what they mean for investors.

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Inherited IRA Distributions: Pre SECURE Act [Video]

If your loved one passed away BEFORE 1/1/2020 and the SECURE Act, this video will help explain the rules for inherited IRA distributions.

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Podcast Episode 16: 2022 Tax Season in Review

In this episode we review the 2022 tax season. We share patterns, changes in taxes, and the impact of planning.

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What You Need to Know About CBDCs

Governments are working hard on introducing Central Bank Digital Currencies. We believe CBDCs introduce significant risks to personal privacy and freedoms. What do you need to know about CBDCs? And what are the risks and benefits of introducing CBDCs into society?

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Inherited IRA Distributions: Post SECURE Act [Video]

Inherited IRA distributions have complex rules. If your loved one passed away AFTER 1/1/2020 and the SECURE Act, then this video is for you!

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