QSBS Stock Options

QSBS + Stock Options = Maximized Returns If you are an employee or contractor and you have received stock options there are a few questions that are imperative to ask upfront (i) what are the tax effects, (ii) when should I exercise my stock options, (iii) do my … Read More

QSBS Convertible Note

"Never invest in anything that eats or needs repairing." - Billy Rose Putting Section 1202 QSBS (i.e. qualified small business stock) and convertible note ("QSBS Convertible Note") in the same sentence is a recipe for an "investment needing repaired". If you have stumbled upon this page there are … Read More

QSBS Exemption

If you enjoy investing in small businesses/startups and saving money on taxes then you should learn more about the QSBS exemption, creating tax-free wealth. The couple in the above picture just found out they can save up to 100% on capital gains tax (...they didn't really it's … Read More

Types of QSBS Qualified innovations that excel in Connecticut

Connecticut has a strong innovation ecosystem, starting with world class educational institutions, a thriving venture capital community, and a supportive government.  CT Entrepreneur Awards recognize the companies leading the way in CT each year.  In 2020, Encapsulate, an early stage company founded in Farmington, CT, won the Scalable … Read More

Besides the QSBS exemption, how else does Connecticut support entrepreneurship?

Help for Entrepreneurs Connecticut Innovations (https://ctinnovations.com/) is Connecticut’s strategic venture capital arm and is the leading source of financing and ongoing support for innovative, growing companies. By offering equity investments, strategic guidance and introductions to valuable partners, we enable promising businesses to thrive. CTNext (https://ctnext.com/) has an array of … Read More

What type of QSBS investments are popular in Missouri?

Across the United States Missouri is known for its agricultural footprint. Missouri has the second most farms, 95,200, representing the state as a top provider of soybeans, beef cattle, and a multitude of other sources for our food supply chain. Due to the strategic position and top … Read More

Forming a Management Holding Company for QSBS

Another avenue could be to create a management holding company where the insurance, finances, and payroll are managed. According to the AICPA, a qualified small business for Section 199A QBI can be a management holding company. Tax accountants and lawyers have been looking to Section 199A for … Read More