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January 7, 2026

What is a Roth Conversion (and How Do I Use It)?

A Roth conversion can be a powerful tool in your financial planning toolkit. But like most financial strategies, it's not right for everyone, and the timing matters considerably.

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December 29, 2025

How to Use the "Rule of 55" for Early Retirement

Most people believe their retirement accounts are completely off-limits until age 59½. But there are several ways to access your retirement funds earlier, including something called the Rule of 55.

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December 16, 2025

How Donating Appreciated Stock to Charity Can Save You Thousands in Taxes

If you're charitably inclined and have investments in a taxable brokerage account, you might be leaving significant tax savings on the table. Most people automatically reach for their checkbook or credit card when making charitable donations, but there's a more tax-efficient strategy that could save you thousands of dollars over time.

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December 12, 2025

The Hidden Tax Drag on Your RSUs and ESPP And How Direct Indexing Could Help Fix It

Offset RSU & ESPP short-term gains. Learn how direct indexing + tax-loss harvesting helps tech professionals reduce tax friction & potentially improve returns.

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December 9, 2025

Should I Use My HELOC as an Emergency Fund?

Using a HELOC as an emergency fund isn't always inherently wrong, but it's also not the straightforward optimization it might appear to be on the surface.

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December 4, 2025

2025 Year-End Tax Planning Checklist for Tech Professionals

Essential 2025 tax planning steps for tech professionals to cut taxes, optimize investments, and make year-end financial decisions with confidence.

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