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13 Sep '23The ESPP Decision – More Equity?
Continue readingAn employee stock purchase plan (ESPP) is a program offered by a company to its employees to purchase shares of company stock at a discounted price. ESPPs are a popular way for employees to build wealth over time and share in the company’s success. There are two main types of ESPPs: Qualified ESPPs: These plans […]
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06 Sep '23The HSA Tax-Advantage Triple Play (Health Savings Accounts)
Continue readingA Health Savings Account (HSA) is a tax-advantaged savings account designed for individuals and families with high-deductible health insurance plans (HDHPs). HSAs are intended to help people save money for qualified medical expenses while also offering tax benefits. Here are some key features and benefits of HSAs: High-Deductible Health Plan Requirement: To be eligible for […]
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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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23 Feb '22Amazon Doubles Pay Cap!
Continue readingAmazon is doubling down on its efforts to retain talent and attract new hires by increasing its cap on base cash compensation to $350,000, more than double the previous amount, according to an internal announcement. The company cited “a particularly competitive labor market” as the reason for the move, which was only for salaried corporate […]
