Stuck on Level 4 of "The Wealth Ladder"?

Nick Maggiulli’s Wealth Ladder framework shows why so many households get stuck at Level 4. In this review and live interview, we explore income limits…

Aug 20 • 

Andre Nader

12

2

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…

Aug 11 • 

Andre Nader

9

4

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. Episode 2…

Aug 6 • 

Andre Nader

6

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.

Aug 1 • 

Andre Nader

2

July 2025

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.

Jul 23 • 

Andre Nader

7

4

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.

Jul 7 • 

Andre Nader

28

13

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 things I…

Jul 3 • 

Andre Nader

20

16

June 2025

You Don't Need a Side Hustle

Side hustles might be slowing your FIRE progress. Learn a more effective approach to financial independence.

Jun 5 • 

Andre Nader

32

6

May 2025

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 told me I…

May 14 • 

Andre Nader

4

3

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 what…

May 9 • 

Andre Nader

8

9

April 2025

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.

Apr 30 • 

Andre Nader

2

2

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 my current and…

Apr 25 • 

Andre Nader

15

5