Washington Democrats have proposed a wealth tax. Most observers are dismissing it — but Joe Wallin argues that's a mistake founders and high-net-worth Washingtonians shouldn't make.
Washington passed ESSB 6346, a 9.9% income tax on earnings above $1M — not a wealth tax. Here's what it actually does and who it affects.
If you hold pre-IPO stock or a large illiquid position, Washington's 9.9% income tax starts in 2028. Here's why your planning window is closing and what to do.
Cascade PBS coverage of the ongoing debate over Washington's millionaires' tax — featuring Joe Wallin's perspective on ESSB 6346 and its implications.
A plain-English breakdown of what counts as taxable income under Washington's ESSB 6346 — wages, capital gains, QSBS, pass-through income, and more.
Washington’s capital gains tax charitable deduction has a hidden limitation. Not all charities qualify—here’s what founders and high earners need to know.
Exercise too early and you risk cash on a company that might fail. Wait too long and you face a crushing tax bill. Here's a framework for making the decision — including why Washington residents face a closing window before 2028.
The AMT can create a six-figure tax bill on stock you can't sell. Here's how it works, what changed in 2026, and why Washington residents have a shrinking window to exercise ISOs before state income tax arrives in 2028.
Washington's capital gains tax and new income tax create layered obligations for RSU holders. Here's how the taxes apply, where the traps are, and what Seattle tech employees can do about it.
Washington vs. California tax comparison for founders and investors: income tax, capital gains, QSBS treatment, and why Washington's 2028 tax changes the calculus.
