Think Non-Qualified Stock Options are just a tax issue? Think again.
In this episode of Savvy Women, Catherine and Rachel explore the often-overlooked planning opportunities hidden inside NSOs. While many professionals focus on the immediate tax consequences of exercising stock options, the bigger question is how those decisions fit into a long-term financial strategy.
You’ll learn how NSOs can impact retirement planning, cash flow, diversification, Medicare premiums, Social Security taxation, and overall wealth accumulation. The discussion also covers common mistakes investors make when timing exercises, managing concentrated stock positions, and making decisions based solely on taxes.
Whether you’re approaching retirement, accumulating company stock, or simply want to make smarter decisions with your equity compensation, this episode will help you think beyond the tax bill and focus on what matters most—your financial future.
Tune in to discover why the real advantage isn’t just having NSOs—it’s having a strategy for them.
Date Recorded: 05/28/26
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