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Before You Sell RSUs, Know This Number
Most RSU holders know they will owe taxes, but few know exactly how much per share. Here is how to calculate the Tax Impact Per Share so you can sell…
Selling RSUs: Calculating the Tax Impact Per Share
Most RSU holders know they will owe taxes, but few know exactly how much per share. Here is how to calculate the Tax Impact Per Share so you can sell…
Not Advice Podcast
The Not Advice Podcast is live! I’m co-hosting with Brent Sullivan (Tax Alpha Insider) to nerd out on RSUs, equity comp, FIRE, and more. Episod…
Happy Triple Paycheck Month!
From all of us at FAANG FIRE, we wanted to wish you and your loved ones a heartfelt Happy Triple Paycheck Month.
Pro-Rata Rule & Backdoor Roth IRAs Simplified
Exploring the Backdoor Roth IRA? Don’t get burned by the Pro-Rata Rule. Here’s how it works and what to do if you have a Rollover IRA.
How the OBBB Impacts High Earning FAANG Employees
A FAANG-focused breakdown of the One Big Beautiful Bill (OBBB). What actually changes for high earners, W2 employees, and FIRE planners.
My Health Wasn't FIRE-Ready
I started going fishing every few days after I was laid off 2 years ago. It was a great way to get outside and clear my head. It was one of the thing…
You Don't Need a Side Hustle
Side hustles might be slowing your FIRE progress. Learn a more effective approach to financial independence.
Is ChatGPT Wrong? Do RSU Vests Trigger Wash Sales Part 2
Hi, My name is Andre. I’m a semi-retired, ex-tech worker, who spends his time arguing with people on the internet about wash sales. Someone tol…
Does RSU Vesting Impact Wash Sales?
Understand how wash sales affect RSU vesting with real 2025 Meta examples. Learn when losses are disallowed, how cost basis adjustments work, and wha…
Andre's Monthly Roundup - April 2025
What I wrote, shared, and got quoted on this month — from $5.65M FIRE projections to WSJ quotes, market drops, and 750K-view LinkedIn posts.
FIRE in San Francisco: Updated Projections After Taxes, Social Security, and Housing Scenarios
I received many questions after concluding in my post “How Much is Enough to FIRE in San Francisco” that $5,654,000 was enough to cover m…
Meet Extra Guac: A Free Year of ProjectionLab, Lunch Money, Kubera, Mezzi, Carry Solo 401k, Discoun…
Since February 4th, I’ve been thinking about what a “FIRE Bundle” could look like.
FAANG FIRE w/ Extra Guac: A Free Year of ProjectionLab, Lunch Money, Mezzi, Carry Solo 401k, Discou…
I’ve been thinking about what a “FIRE Bundle” could look like.
Meet Extra Guac: A Free Year of ProjectionLab, Lunch Money, Mezzi, Carry Solo 401k, Discounts on Fr…
Since February 4th, I’ve been thinking about what a “FIRE Bundle” could look like.
Meet Extra Guac: A Free Year of ProjectionLab, Lunch Money, Kubera, Mezzi, Carry Solo 401k, and More
Since February 4th, I’ve been thinking about what a “FIRE Bundle” could look like.
April Tariff Tumble Reactions
Markets tumbled, tech got punched, and tariffs made headlines. Here’s how I’m thinking about it—and what I’m actually doing w…
Meta Eng RSU Pay Stub Breakdown
In today’s post we will take a look at three different Meta Engineers’ pay stubs from their recent RSU vest to break down how the RSUs ar…
Meta Drops RSU Refreshers 10% or More
Summary: Fresh off 5% “performance” related layoffs, Meta is making additional changes that will impact survivors.