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Author: Landon Loveall, CFP

Landon Loveall, CFP®, joined KB Financial Advisors in 2012 and leads the firm's On Your Way to Wealth program for tech founders, FAANG employees, and pre-liquidity startup employees. He focuses on equity compensation strategy across RSUs, ISOs, NSOs, ESPPs, 83(b) elections, AMT planning, QSBS qualification, and pre-IPO preparation. Landon earned his CFP® designation in 2009 and works with technology professionals nationwide from his base in Nashville, TN. Featured in: Authority Magazine ("The Five Essentials of Smart Investing" and "5 Things To Look For When Hiring a Financial Planner"), A Geek Leader Podcast (Ep. 363), Financial Freedom Podcast (Ep. 208: Understanding Stock Options), Money Alignment Academy / Aligned Money Show.

When Should You Exercise Stock Options Before an IPO? A Real Guide for Tech Employees

Exercise Stock Options Before IPO

Timing is everything so learn when to exercise stock options before IPO. Here’s a guide to understand the tricks and traps and come outa winner.

What Is QSBS and Does It Apply to Your Pre-IPO Shares?

qsbs apply to pre-ipo shares

Does QSBS apply to pre-IPO shares and what is it exactly? Understand it well and learn how to maximize it.

How to Plan for Your Lockup Expiration After an IPO

Plan for Lockup Expiration After IPO

What should you do when your IPO lockup expires? Understand taxes, selling strategies, and how to manage RSUs and stock options.

3 Financial Advisors Who Handle Pre-IPO Planning

Pre-IPO Financial Advisors

Explore three financial advisors who specialize in pre-IPO planning, including KB Financial Advisors, Brooklyn FI, and Flow Financial Planning.

If You Work at OpenAI or Anthropic, Here’s What to Think About Before IPO

OpenAI Anthropic Pre-IPO plan

If you work at OpenAI or Anthropic, learn what to consider before an IPO. Understand RSUs, stock options, taxes, lockups, and how to plan for a liquidity event.

My Company Is Going Public. What Should I Do With My Stock?

Company is Going Public

Learn what happens to your stock options and RSUs when your company goes public. Understand lockups, taxes, and key decisions tech employees face before and after an IPO.

My Portfolio Did Too Well. Now What? How Founders Manage Large Unrealized Capital Gains

Manage Large Unrealized Capital Gains

Founder equity grew faster than expected? Learn how tech founders manage large unrealized capital gains, balance taxes, liquidity, and concentration risk.

Do You Pay Taxes on Unrealized Capital Gains? What Founders Need to Know

Taxes on Unrealized Capital Gains

Do you pay taxes on unrealized capital gains? Learn how founders are taxed on stock, options, RSUs, AMT, and liquidity events, plus smart planning strategies.

Is Deferring Capital Gains Quietly Increasing Your Portfolio Risk?

Deferring Capital Gains

Deferring capital gains may feel tax efficient, but it can increase concentration risk for tech professionals with RSUs and stock options. Learn how to evaluate the real tradeoffs.

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  • Financial Planning
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  • Tax Strategy
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  • Wealth Management
  • Tax Strategy
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  • RSUs Taxation
  • Incentive Stock Options
  • Non Qualified Stock Options
  • Qualified Small Business Stock (QSBS)
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  • Incentive Stock Options
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