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Infographic summarizing tax planning strategies for Restricted Stock Units (RSUs) and Employee Stock Purchase Plans (ESPPs).

How Are RSUs and ESPPs Taxed in Equity Compensation?

If part of your compensation includes employee equity compensation, RSUs and ESPPs may represent a meaningful share of your income and long-term wealth. At the...
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Peak Asset Management compares performance shares, RSUs, and stock options based on vesting, payout value, and performance linkage.

What Are Performance Shares in Executive Compensation?

If you’ve ever been offered performance shares as part of a bonus or promotion, it can feel a bit abstract. One way to think about...
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Line chart showing the 30-year mortgage rate at 6.06% and 10-year Treasury at 4.17% as of Jan 2026, highlighting a narrowing spread.

Mortgage Rates and GSES

Mortgage rates and refinancing have attracted attention from the Peak Investment Committee recently.  This is in light of the announcement that government-backed mortgage finance companies...
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Comparison of Stock Options vs. RSUs equity compensation, detailing tax implications and risks for high earners.

Stock Options versus RSUs: What’s the Difference?

If you’re earning more than $200,000 a year and a meaningful portion of your compensation comes through equity, understanding the difference between stock options and...
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Financial planning tools and stock market charts used by Peak Asset Management to help clients navigate ISO and NSO wealth strategies.

ISOs and NSOs: How Stock Options Impact Your Wealth

Equity compensation continues to play a growing role in how companies attract and retain talent, particularly in technology, biotech, and high-growth industries. While Restricted Stock...
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Peak Asset Management in Boulder County CO helps executives navigate their compensation packages

ESPPs Demystified: Practical Tips for Building Smarter Wealth

Employee Stock Purchase Plans (ESPPs) are often described as one of the most employee-friendly benefits available, yet they are frequently misunderstood, underutilized, or managed without...
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Just Getting Started

With the New Year underway, I have a few milestones on my mind. This January will mark my six-year anniversary at Peak. And my wife...
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For equity compensation questions reach out to Peak Asset Management Denver CO

What Happens to Your Equity in a Merger or Acquisition

When your company announces a merger or acquisition, it often sparks excitement and uncertainty. One of the most common questions we hear is: “What happens...
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Investment questions and answers at Peak Asset Management Near Boulder CO

Is the Stock Market in a Bubble?

“May You Live in Interesting Times.” -Source Unknown The state of Artificial Intelligence (AI) and its impact on financial markets and the economy is an...
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Investment management and portfolio diversification in Boulder Colorado

How Personalized Investment Management in Louisville, CO Supports Your Financial Goals

Introduction Louisville, Colorado is home to a growing number of professionals, business owners, and families who have worked hard to accumulate meaningful wealth. With more...
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