Learn how equity compensation is taxed
Plain-English guides on AMT, ISOs, NSOs, RSUs, and capital gains — written for people who got equity but didn't get a tax degree along with it.
IPO Taxes: How Will You Be Taxed at Your Company's IPO?
RSUs, ISOs, and the tax bill that catches employees off guard
AMT BasicsDifferences between Alternative Minimum Tax and Regular Income Tax
Compare the two tax systems to see how deductions, exemptions, and brackets shape what you owe
AMT BasicsHow to Calculate the Alternative Minimum Tax
A step-by-step walkthrough with 2026 numbers. Follow along with your own figures.
AMT BasicsHow to Claim Your AMT Credit on Your Tax Return (IRS Form 8801)
Reduce your tax bill dollar-for-dollar in a few simple steps
AMT BasicsWhat is the AMT Credit (IRS Form 8801)?
Paying AMT one year can generate a credit you use in future years — but only under certain conditions
ISOsIncentive Stock Options — Qualifying vs. Disqualifying Dispositions
The timing of your ISO sale determines your tax rate. Here's what you need to know.
ISOsIntroduction to the Incentive Stock Option (ISO)
The basics of ISOs — what they are, how they work, and why they matter for your taxes
Ready to run your own numbers?
The calculators use the same logic described in these articles — updated for 2026.