When Should You Sell RSUs? What to Consider Before You Decide

    When Should You Sell RSUs? What to Consider Before You Decide

    Key Takeaways:  Restricted stock units (RSUs) can be one of the most valuable parts of your pay, but they also create a decision that many employees do not fully think through until shares have already vested.…

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    By Matthew Nelson
    May 11, 2026

    8 Min Read
    How RSUs work and what it means for tax planning

    How RSUs Work (and What They Mean for Your Taxes)

    Key Takeaways:  How RSUs Work at a High Level RSUs are a promise from your employer to deliver company shares in the future if you meet the terms of the plan. They are a form of…

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    By Matthew Nelson
    May 8, 2026

    8 Min Read
    Tax Planning Strategies for RSU Income

    Tax Planning Strategies for RSU Income

    Key Takeaways:  Restricted stock units (RSUs) are a form of compensation that can become very valuable when your employer’s stock performs well. The challenge is that the value you see on paper and the amount you…

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    By Matthew Nelson
    May 7, 2026

    8 Min Read
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    Global Iranian Conflict: What It Means for Your Portfolio

    We are now 24 days into the Iranian conflict, and while there are signs of a potential resolution, nothing is certain as of this writing. As with any major global event, our first step is to…

    By Matthew Finley
    March 25, 2026

    4 Min Read
    Image of Partner and Financial Advisor Matthew Finley with text stating Q2 2026 Market Outlook from the desk of Matthew Finley, CFP® to highlight the blog post.

    Q2 2026 Market Outlook

    Q2 of 2026 is shaping up much like we expected in our 2026 market outlook. We anticipated a generally constructive backdrop. With a market that earned the right to “chop around,” and an economy that leans…

    By Matthew Finley
    March 12, 2026

    3 Min Read
    Image of a man working at a computer with a screen behind him to embody an employee with equity compensation looking for information on an IPO.

    Going Public: What Employees Really Need to Know About Their Equity Compensation

    An initial public offering (IPO) marks an exciting time for employees at private companies, representing a potential “payday” and the opportunity to see the company they helped build receive a public valuation. But it can also…

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    By Matthew Nelson
    February 23, 2026

    5 Min Read

    2025 in Review: What’s Ahead for Investors in 2026?

    Markets don’t move in straight lines, and 2025 proved that once again. In this episode, Matt sits down with Matthew Finley to walk through their 2026 Market Outlook and what investors should realistically expect in the year ahead.

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    By Matthew Nelson
    January 8, 2026

    2 Min Read
    Image of Partner and Financial Advisor Matthew Finley with text stating Market Outlook 2026 from the desk of Matthew Finley, CFP® to highlight the blog post.

    Market Outlook 2026: Making Calculated Risks

    Wow, what a rollercoaster 2025 has been. The year began with the changing of Presidents, which then flowed into policy shocks with the rollout of tariffs. These policies helped drive the S&P 500 down near 19%…

    By Matthew Finley
    December 25, 2025

    4 Min Read
    Pink pig toy on a gray background with a piece of tape across it's body with DONATE written in black marker. This image represents charitable giving.

    Charitable Giving Basics

    With the end of year coming quickly, I wanted to cover the common questions we get about on charitable giving while there is still time to squeeze some giving in. The topic of charitable giving is…

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    By Matthew Nelson
    November 28, 2025

    5 Min Read
    Two hands cupping a red heart against a white wooden background to illustrate giving to charity through the use of a donor-advised fund.

    Charitable Giving: Using a Donor-Advised Fund

    When it comes to charitable giving, some strategies are more beneficial (and complex) than others. In a follow up to Charitable Giving Basics I’ll explore how to elevate your charitable giving with a donor-advised fund. This…

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    By Matthew Nelson
    November 28, 2025

    7 Min Read