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Understanding RSUs: How They're Taxed — and How to Keep More of What You Earn
Laura Moreno — Co-founder, Chief Tax Officer @ Fifteenth
Jason Hoffman — Tax Advisor @ Fifteenth

Restricted Stock Units (RSUs) are a significant component of compensation in the tech industry, yet many professionals find their tax implications confusing. This often leads to unexpected tax bills and missed opportunities for tax savings
Tender Offers & Personal Taxes: How to Avoid Costly Mistakes
Laura Moreno — Co-founder, Chief Tax Officer @ Fifteenth
Jason Hoffman — Tax Advisor @ Fifteenth

Recently participated in a Tender Offer? Liquidity events like these can be exciting — but the tax implications are often complex, and a misstep could mean leaving money on the table.
Join Laura Moreno, Chief Tax Officer, and Jason Hoffman, Equity Tax Advisor, as they share practical strategies to help you keep more of what you’ve earned.
How to Minimize Stock Option Taxes: Planning Advice for ISO & NSO Shares
Laura Moreno — Co-founder, Chief Tax Officer @ Fifteenth
Jason Hoffman — Tax Advisor @ Fifteenth

Work at a private company and have ISOs or NSOs? Are you aware of the tax implications when exercising or selling your shares? Equity compensation can be life-changing — if you manage it wisely. Don’t make the mistake of exercising or selling shares without considering taxes.
Join Fifteenth’s tax team, Laura Moreno, Chief Tax Officer and Jason Hoffman, Equity Tax Advisor, to learn how to maximize what you keep with your equity transactions.
The 0% Tax Rule You’ve (Probably) Never Heard Of: A Beginner’s Guide to QSBS
Laura Moreno — Co-founder, Chief Tax Officer @ Fifteenth

If you’ve worked at, invested in, or founded a startup, you might be eligible for one of the most powerful — and least understood — tax breaks out there: Qualified Small Business Stock (QSBS).
It can mean paying zero capital gains tax when you sell your shares. But most people don’t realize they qualify — or lose the benefit by accident.
Receiving Restricted Stock Units (RSUs) can be an exciting part of your compensation package—but it also comes with important tax responsibilities. Many people are caught off guard by unexpected tax bills, especially when they don’t fully understand how RSUs work. This guide will walk you through the key things to know, in plain language, so you can plan ahead and avoid surprises.
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