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24 May '23How Tesla Employees Invest for Retirement
Continue readingTelsa offers a 401(k) retirement savings plan for its 60,000+ employees. Employees can choose to contribute a portion of their pre-tax or after-tax income to the plan. But how do Tesla employees invest for retirement? A 401(k) retirement savings plan is a type of defined contribution plan. The Tesla plan allows for matching contributions, but […]
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17 May '23The Ultimate Guide: Converting US Savings Bonds to a 529 Plan
Continue readingParents can avoid taxes by rolling over savings bonds to a 529 plan. We will discuss how to convert United States savings bonds into a 529 plan, without paying Federal tax on the earnings. If you are a long-time Wealth45 reader, you know we have touted the high interest rates paid on Series I savings […]
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10 May '23Navigating the Debt Dilemma: An Investment Perspective
Continue readingThe ongoing congressional standoff over raising the debt ceiling serves as a reminder to review our investment approach. Especially in regard to holding Treasuries. With the federal government’s revenue falling short of its spending, it’s clear that our country’s finances need attention. Behind all the political grandstanding remains the core fact that Federal revenue is […]
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03 May '23Why Is My 401(k) Automatically Invested in These Funds?
Continue readingUnless you proactively select investments in your 401(k), you may automatically be invested in the plans default option. These default investment options are called the plan’s Qualified Default Investment Alternative (QDIA). A QDIA is an investment option that is automatically selected for participants in a 401(k) plan who have not made their own investment choices. […]
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27 Apr '2310 Finance Numbers to Know
Continue readingTen finance numbers to know as you navigate the complex world of personal finance. Understanding key numbers can be crucial to making informed decisions and securing your financial future. From retirement savings to credit scores, here are ten important finance numbers to know. 10% Fraction of your income to save for retirement throughout your […]
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20 Apr '23Tech Layoffs – What About My 401(k)? Rollover?
Continue readingA 401(k) rollover might be the right decision after a layoff, but not always. Layoffs at big tech companies have become commonplace lately. If you are caught up in a downsizing, among many challenges, you have a decision your retirement account. Most 401(k) plans allow you to keep your account at your former employer. Or […]
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14 Apr '23Employee Stock Options – The Basics
Continue readingStock options are a form of equity compensation that technology companies often offer to their employees. Stock options give employees the right, but not the obligation, to buy a certain number of company shares at a predetermined price, known as the “strike price” or “exercise price,” within a specified time period, known as the “vesting […]
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31 Mar '23RSU Income & Mortgage Qualification
Continue readingWorking for a tech company that uses Restricted Stock Units (RSUs) as compensation can limit your ability to qualify for the home mortgage you might desire. Luckily, more mortgage providers now accept income from RSUs in their qualification calculations, but it may take some advanced planning on your part. More about Equity Compensation at Tech […]
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23 Mar '23Donor Advised Fund for Nifty Gifting
Continue readingA donor-advised fund (DAF) is an investment account specifically designed for charitable giving. It allows you to donate cash, appreciated securities, or other assets to a sponsoring charity (i.e., the DAF sponsor). You receive an immediate tax deduction, and then recommend grants from the fund to your favorite charities over time. DAF Benefits One […]
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15 Mar '23Retire Early, Financial Independence
Continue readingThe tech industry is well-known for offering high-paying jobs, but not everyone in these positions manages to build wealth or achieve financial independence. As high earning employees in the technology industry, it is possible to use the principles of fatFIRE to create wealth and achieve financial independence so that they can retire early. What is […]
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07 Mar '23How Google Employees Invest for Retirement
Continue readingGoogle offers a 401(k) retirement savings plan for its employees, which is a type of defined contribution plan. Employees can choose to contribute a portion of their pre-tax or after-tax income to the plan, and Google matches a percentage of those contributions, up to a certain amount. Form 5500 lists the investments Google 401(k) plan […]
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10 Feb '23Dividend Investing & Living off Dividend Income
Continue readingInvesting in stocks that pay dividends (dividend investing) can be a great way to earn passive income. With a well-diversified portfolio of dividend stocks, an investor can create a steady stream of income to support their retirement or add to current income. In this article, we will explore the concept of dividend investing, its benefits, […]
