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What are 10b5-1 plans?

If you are in possession of material non-public information about a stock, the SEC’s Rule 10b5-1 allows you to plan trades in advance so that you can sell shares without

If you are in possession of material non-public information about a stock, you can still sell shares… as long as you follow a few key rules.

3 regulations every high-ranking executive should know about

High-ranking employees at publicly-traded companies may be required to follow specific rules and regulations that don’t apply to the broader employee pool. These regulations usually apply to C-suite level executives,

As you get promoted at a company, you may be subject to new or increased regulatory scrutiny. Here are three regulations you should ask about or be aware of.

The employer’s guide to competitive pay packages

At Quorum, we’re committed to financial literacy, and that doesn’t just mean for individuals. Whether you’re a top executive at a larger company or an entrepreneur growing a startup and

Whether you’re trying to recruit the best talent to a big firm or build your startup, there’s an art to building a benefits package that wins employees.

Laid off? Don’t leave money on the table

Getting laid off tends to be an unpleasant experience. It can be made infinitely worse if you find yourself navigating complex financial questions as part of the process. We put

If you have a complex compensation package, getting laid off can trigger a lot of questions about what to do now. We walk through what to consider.

The tax surprise lurking in bonuses

Getting a bonus is great news, and while there’s an abundance of advice around how to spend (or save) bonus compensation, there’s less coverage about something arguably more important: taxes.

The tax and withholding rate on bonus compensation can lead to surprises… and confusion. Here’s what you need to know to make the most out of your bonus.

Tax planning for restricted stock units (RSUs)

Restricted stock units (RSUs) are an increasingly common form of bonus compensation. But many recipients don’t understand how they’re taxed.

Equity compensation: An overview

Working for a paycheck? That’s so 20th century. The trend toward equity compensation has only accelerated over the past decade as companies look for new and creative ways to attract

Equity compensation is increasingly popular as companies look to recruit top talent. But if you don’t understand how it works, you could leave money on the table.

Negotiating equity comp: What you should know

Have you ever wondered how to negotiate a pay package that includes equity compensation, in addition to a salary? Kelly Milligan has offers tips. (Hint: Taxes.)

Your guide to equity compensation

At Quorum, we view equity compensation on a spectrum, with restricted stock units at one end and share purchase programs on the other.