Harness Wealth

APRIL 17, 2025

Donor-advised funds (DAFs) have emerged as powerful tools that deliver this exact combination, providing immediate tax advantages while offering flexibility to recommend grants to qualified organizations over time. DAFs also introduce welcome simplification at tax time by consolidating multiple charitable activities under a single receipt.

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Harness Wealth

MARCH 27, 2025

As dynamic as the secondary market may be, secondaries come with complex tax implications that can significantly impact returns if not properly managed. What are the tax implications of secondary transactions? What are the tax challenges in secondary transactions? What tax strategies optimize secondary investments?

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Harness Wealth

MARCH 6, 2025

As is traditional, the 2025 IRS tax filing deadline is April 15th. In this guide, well explore the 2025 tax extension process, the reasons for requesting an extension, and how a tax advisor from Harness can help you. Table of Contents What is a tax extension? Why do I need a tax extension? This is not the case.

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Darrow Wealth Management

JULY 30, 2024

For founders, employees, and executives with stock-based compensation, an 83(b) election can be a powerful tax planning tool. When you make an 83(b) election, you’re opting to pay tax on unvested shares now, instead of when the stock vests. In tax lingo, this is known as substantial risk of forfeiture.

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Carson Wealth

JULY 3, 2024

In the event of an audit, it can add layers of complexity not in your favor. Set up separate plans and goals for your business and your personal finances. While the event itself can be a surprise and unknown, you should always have cash ready to meet these costs head on and keep your business operating.

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XY Planning Network

FEBRUARY 6, 2023

MIN READ Admit it: Do you have a shoebox full of “important” papers that you *think* might be needed for your taxes? Preparing” for tax preparation can be daunting. This helps your tax professional get your taxes filed correctly, prepares you in the event there are any questions on your return, and allows for efficient tax planning.

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Nerd's Eye View

OCTOBER 7, 2024

This month's edition kicks off with the news that digital estate planning platform Wealth.com has raised a whopping $30 million in Series A funding, following on the heels of Vanilla's follow-on $20M capital round just a few months ago – which on the one hand reflects the anticipated enthusiasm for solutions that can help advisors efficiently (..)

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Tobias Financial

OCTOBER 22, 2024

Join us on Thursday, November 14th at 12:30 PM Eastern for our Year-end Tax Planning Webinar. When : Thursday, November 14th at 12:30 PM Eastern Registration : Click here to register. Cost : Complimentary After registering, you will receive a confirmation email with instructions for joining the webinar.

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Nerd's Eye View

JANUARY 12, 2023

Some advisors implement client service calendars that dedicate certain times of the year to tax planning, insurance reviews, or quarterly meetings, and fill the gaps with newsletters, client appreciation events, and regular firm updates.

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Harness Wealth

FEBRUARY 26, 2023

Cost-saving tax planning can be much more difficult to implement after your company is well-established and has reached the stage where an IPO, merger, or acquisition becomes a likely event. The first three options are pass-through entities, so profits and losses are distributed to the owners who are taxed on them.

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Harness Wealth

SEPTEMBER 18, 2024

These numbers show an opportunity for tax practices to build deeper, meaningful relationships with their clients, helping them to navigate some of life’s most challenging financial decisions. And you’ll see in our Q&A below, that tax advisors can bring estate planning into the conversation early on in a client relationship.

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Darrow Wealth Management

APRIL 21, 2025

While a Roth conversion may never make sense for some individuals, for others, early retirement years may be the best time to convert pre-tax accounts to tax-free Roth. Your current and projected future tax rate is often a main component of the decision, but there are other considerations and benefits as well. 4 key benefits.

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Harness Wealth

FEBRUARY 27, 2023

Founders, board members, and employees of startups that get acquired can experience tax consequences as a result of a liquidity event. It’s imperative to plan for the tax implications so you can be prepared to pay what you owe the IRS. When your shares are converted, this may be a taxable event.

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Carson Wealth

MAY 30, 2023

By Mike Valenti, CPA, CFP ® , Director, Tax Planning Corporate executives often receive the brunt of the U.S. tax system. Typically, most or all of their income is W-2 income and subject to the higher ordinary tax rates as well as FICA taxes. However, stock compensation, large bonuses, commissions, etc.,

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Harness Wealth

APRIL 16, 2025

Roth IRA conversions present a significant challenge for retirement planners: pay taxes now or later? Moving funds from traditional IRAs to Roth accounts triggers immediate taxation but promises tax-free withdrawals in retirement. One of the Roth IRA’s most compelling features?

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Abnormal Returns

SEPTEMBER 26, 2022

Podcasts Christine Benz and Jeff Ptak talk with Tim Steffen, director of tax planning for Baird. standarddeviationspod.com) Future Proof Lisa Shidler, "Future Proof 2022's festival-style event was a hit and will return next year to the same Huntington Beach coastal location."

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Darrow Wealth Management

APRIL 23, 2025

For individuals with stock-based compensation, an 83(b) election has the potential to greatly reduce taxes on stock options or restricted stock. Section 83(b) of the tax code gives individuals the ability to accelerate the taxation of their unvested equity grant. What is an 83(b) election?

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Yardley Wealth Management

MARCH 1, 2022

The post Part 3: Tax-Wise Financial Planning appeared first on Yardley Wealth Management, LLC. Part 3: Tax-Wise Financial Planning In our last two pieces, we covered some tools of the tax-planning trade, as well as how to deploy them for tax-efficient investing. Life happens. You buy a business.

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Yardley Wealth Management

MARCH 1, 2022

The post Part 3: Tax-Wise Financial Planning appeared first on Yardley Wealth Management, LLC. Part 3: Tax-Wise Financial Planning. In our last two pieces, we covered some tools of the tax-planning trade, as well as how to deploy them for tax-efficient investing. . Tax-Planning Possibilities.

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Carson Wealth

NOVEMBER 3, 2022

And while the holidays are traditionally a time to reflect on our blessings and help those less fortunate than ourselves, there’s another factor influencing the timing of these donations — and that’s the goal of minimizing a tax bill. Three Tax-Advantaged Donation Strategies to Consider. Create a donor-advised fund (DAF).

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Harness Wealth

DECEMBER 30, 2024

However, as appealing as these forms of compensation may be, they can result in sizable and unexpected tax bills. Along with the 83(b) election, there is a less well-known provisionthe 83(i) election that offers other tax advantages to certain types of employees. Table of Contents What is an 83(i) election?

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Harness Wealth

MAY 31, 2022

Using Equity Tax Insights from Harness Wealth. Whether you’re making $50,000 or $5,000,000 of W-2 income, there are only so many actions you can take to dramatically change your tax burden. With company equity, the tax treatment of those profits can be radically different. Making a plan. Minimizing Regular Taxes.

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Harness Wealth

OCTOBER 5, 2023

From quarterly estimated tax planning to equity compensation and crypto tax planning, diversifying your service offerings can not only set you apart from the competition, it can also help you significantly grow your revenue and retain clients.

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Darrow Wealth Management

MARCH 29, 2024

If you have incentive stock options, you’ve probably heard of the alternative minimum tax (AMT). Essentially, the alternative minimum tax is a prepayment of taxes. The credit reduces your tax liability to reflect prepaid tax. Early sales of ISOs are taxed in the regular tax system.

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Darrow Wealth Management

JULY 30, 2024

For founders, employees, and executives with stock-based compensation, an 83(b) election can be a powerful tax planning tool. When you make an 83(b) election, you’re opting to pay tax on unvested shares now, instead of when the stock vests. In tax lingo, this is known as substantial risk of forfeiture.

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AdvicePay

JUNE 13, 2024

Here are some examples of one-time and ongoing services you can offer clients under the fee-for-service model: One-Time Services Ongoing Services Comprehensive Financial Plan Ongoing Financial Planning Second Opinion Engagement Advising on Held-Away Accounts Student Loan Analysis Tax Planning Portfolio Tax Efficiency Review Estate Planning Housing (..)

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Harness Wealth

MARCH 27, 2025

Pass-Through Entity Tax (PTET) is a state-level tax mechanism designed to sidestep the federal State and Local Tax (SALT) deduction limit. Allowing a pass-through entity to pay state income taxes directly, PTET effectively shifts the tax burden from individual owners to the business itself.

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Harness Wealth

OCTOBER 8, 2024

Key Takeaways: The Harness Marketplace allows your tax firm to be paired with high-value tax clients whose unique needs align with your expertise. The Harness Marketplace attracts employees, founders, and investors in tech, healthcare, management consulting, and other high-earning industries who need help managing complex tax needs.

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Harness Wealth

FEBRUARY 13, 2023

When it comes to taxes on equity compensation, there’s a lot to navigate. Traditional tax firms tend to have rigid business models that make it difficult for clients looking for one-off expert consultations or even ongoing planning services. Talk through your equity concerns, goals, and next steps before an equity event occurs.

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Tobias Financial

OCTOBER 13, 2022

The sense of no control over such events can be rather frustrating. Another financial pain point that significantly impacts our budget is taxes. Whether you typically get a refund or owe a tax bill, there are several moves to consider to increase your chances of tax savings. .

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Harness Wealth

OCTOBER 16, 2024

We recently connected with Michael Paley, Chief Operating Officer of Klingman & Associates , for a Q&A on how tax advisors can collaborate with wealth managers to better serve clients. Q: How can tax advisors align with the work of wealth advisors? Unlike an endowment, taxes really matter.

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Harness Wealth

FEBRUARY 19, 2025

Many shell companies are often used to shield illicit activities such as money laundering, tax evasion, and terrorist financing. and have reported more than $5 million in gross receipts or sales on their previous year’s tax return. Get started Harness makes it easy to find tax and financial advisors best suited to your needs.

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Harness Wealth

JUNE 5, 2024

“Until I found Harness, starting my own tax practice wasn’t an option that I was seriously considering.” Due to Mr. Maddox’s relationship with Harness as a tax adviser on the platform, material conflicts of interest may arise. Maddox’s relationship with Harness as a tax adviser on the platform, material conflicts of interest may arise.

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Harness Wealth

FEBRUARY 25, 2023

We’re here to help guide you through your crypto taxes so you can focus on building, investing and trading. In the United States all profits made from the purchases and sales of crypto assets such as Bitcoin, Ethereum and NFTs are subject to capital gains taxes (including airdrops).

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Darrow Wealth Management

NOVEMBER 14, 2024

Tax implications of exercising and selling stock options If you have stock options as a large part of your income, taxes are especially important. How stock options are taxed depends on the type of options you have and your sale and exercise strategy. However, that doesn’t mean you won’t need to pay taxes!

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Harness Wealth

MARCH 17, 2023

If you’d like to learn more about DeFi taxes as it relates to your personal situation, contact a Harness Tax Advisor today. Overview of DeFi Use-Cases and Their Tax Implications Before diving into specific tax implications, it is essential to understand the various DeFi use cases and their potential tax consequences.

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Darrow Wealth Management

SEPTEMBER 7, 2023

Pros and cons of exercising stock options in a pre-IPO window If you are new to the tax implications and basics about exercising stock options, please read this article first. Unfortunately, for those tax savings to materialize, the post-IPO stock price at sale must be considerably more than the pre-IPO valuation at exercise.

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