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What to Do With Your Equity When Changing Jobs

Changing jobs? Don’t forget about your stock options and RSUs. Learn what to do with your equity compensation before, during, and after a job change and how to avoid leaving money on the table.

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How to Manage Your Liquidity Event Windfall

Learn how to make the most of your IPO or acquisition windfall. This post explores how to align your financial decisions with your values through life planning—so your wealth supports the life you actually want.

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AMT & ISOs: What You Need to Know

Learn how ISOs affect the Alternative Minimum Tax (AMT), strategies to reduce AMT, and how to use AMT credits if you've already paid. A must-read for professionals with equity compensation.

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Making Sense of RSUs and RSAs

Learn the key differences between RSUs and RSAs, how they’re taxed, and smart strategies to manage your equity compensation. Understand what happens at vesting and how to plan ahead to avoid tax surprises.

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Cash Flow is King

Learn why understanding your cash flow is key to building wealth, minimizing taxes, and creating a strong financial foundation—especially in tech.

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The #1 Money Mistake I See Tech Employees Make

Many tech employees make the same financial mistake—holding too much cash. Learn why it happens, how much you really need, and what to do with the extra so it actually supports your goals.

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What Is Life Planning?

Discover how financial life planning helps you define what truly matters and align your money with the life you want to live—starting now.

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2025 Tax Planning: Why You Need to Start Now

2025 tax planning starts now! In this blog post, learn why proactive tax strategies can help you lower your tax bill, avoid surprises, and maximize your financial opportunities. Discover key insights on managing your 2025 taxes, including smart deductions, income timing, and retirement contribution strategies. Plus, register for my free webinar on April 15th to get expert guidance on how to stay ahead of your taxes. Read more and take control of your financial future today!

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Exciting News: I’m Launching a YouTube Channel!

I’m excited to announce the launch of my YouTube channel! The channel will be dedicated to all things Equity Compensation, including: RSUs, ISOs, NSOs, and tax planning planning around equity compensation.

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