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Mar 11, 2024

Retiring with Employer Stock in your 401(k)? Consider this…

As hiring and retaining talented employees becomes increasingly competitive, it is not uncommon to see employers issue stock to their employees as an incentive. Due to this growing trend, it is also common to see individuals with a high concentration of employer stock within their sponsored retirement accounts.

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Aug 21, 2023

Equity Compensation: The Benefits and Dangers

Although everyone's financial situation is different, it's typically beneficial for an employee to participate in these programs—especially if you are optimistic about the future growth of your company.

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Aug 31, 2020

What’s Restrictive about Restricted Stock?

Restricted stock awards deserve just as much attention as other aspects of your portfolio, but understanding how they work hasn't been easy. Lack of knowledge can cause you to miss an opportunity to maximize your benefits.

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Aug 20, 2019

Understanding Equity Compensation

Equity compensation can be a confusing topic for many workers, but it’s becoming a more common and accepted method of payment to workers, especially in the tech sector. We explore the types of equity compensation and what a payout might look like for you.

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Nov 15, 2018

Maximizing Workplace Benefits

This time of year it is common for companies to allow employees to select what benefits programs they want to participate in for the coming year. Unfortunately, people don’t spend near enough time reviewing the options available to them.

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May 14, 2018

Self-Employed: Go Solo with a 401(k)

Are you self-employed and saving for retirement? Are you sure you’re getting the most bang for your buck with the retirement vehicle you’ve chosen? If you meet certain requirements, a Solo 401(k) could be right for you – allowing you to save more for your future retirement and receive a larger income tax deduction today! Read on to discover the benefits a Solo 401(k) could bring to you now and in the future.

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Nov 13, 2017

Flexible Spending Account = Money Saved

How would you like to save on your next pair of glasses or your child’s preschool tuition? You don’t need a coupon and you won’t have to negotiate a deal – all you need is a Flexible Spending Account.

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Oct 30, 2017

Employer Benefit Enrollment: Trick-or-Treat?

It’s that time of year when goblins ring your doorbell and employer benefit enrollment information pings your mailbox. Do you know if your benefits are a trick or a treat? Sometimes, you need to pull off the mask and find out!

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