Category: Tax Planning and Strategies

How Taxes Work in a Brokerage Account (and How to Manage Them)

By Hazel Secco, CFP® CDFA® | Align Financial Solutions If you’ve maxed out your 401(k) and IRA and…

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The Truth About IPOs: What Wall Street Doesn’t Tell Busy, High-Earning Investors

By Hazel Secco, CFP® CDFA® | Align Financial Solutions IPOs are one of the most talked-about corners of…

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The 90-Day Financial Roadmap After a Tech Layoff

Author: Hazel Secco, CFP®, CDFA® Meta is announcing layoffs this Wednesday. If you’re one of the people who…

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What Happens to Your Equity When Your Company Goes Public?

Written by Hazel Secco, CFP® CDFA® If your company is heading toward an Initial Public Offering (IPO), it’s…

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Tax Planning Vs. Tax Filing

Navigating the world of income taxes can be daunting. For many, the terms “tax planning” and “tax filing”…

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How to Pay State Estimated Taxes: A Guide for Women Leaders with Equity Compensation

State taxes on equity compensation can create unexpected tax bills, especially in high-tax states or if you’ve moved…
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Roth vs Traditional 401k: Which is the Best Choice for Your Retirement?

Author: Hazel Secco, CFP®, CDFA® Feeling a bit confused about whether to choose Roth 401k or 401k? You’re…

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How to Pay Estimated Federal Taxes: A Guide for Women Leaders with Equity Compensation

Key Points Equity compensation like restricted stock units (RSUs) and stock options can create large bursts of taxable…

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2026 Tax and Financial Planning Numbers: A Practical Guide for the New Year

Written by Hazel Secco, CFP®, CDFA® As you look ahead to 2026, your mind might be on new…

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What is Tax Planning Anyway? 

How Effective Tax Planning Can Help Your Retirement Income Written by Hazel Secco, CFP®, CDFA® Planning for taxes…

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