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What is an 83(i) Election and How Do You You File One?

Harness Wealth

Before 2017, employees who received RSU or NSO equity compensation faced a dilemma. As a result, they were left holding valuable stock certificates that came with a sizable tax bill they couldnt pay. Consequently, it wasnt unheard of for employees to decline equity compensation altogether because the tax risk was too great.

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Does being a fiduciary financial advisor REALLY matter – or is it “meh?”

Sara Grillo

He subsequently got his life insurance license while pursuing his CFP certification and decided to remain independent to mitigate conflicts between serving his clients effectively and meeting agency/insurance company targets. 2017, January 18 th ). Sources Consumer Federation of America. Financial Advisor or Investment Salesperson?