NUA Explained: How to Reduce Taxes on Company Stock in Your 401k

NUA Explained: How to Reduce Taxes on Company Stock in Your 401k

June 20, 2026 · 42 min · Season 11 · Episode 44

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This episode explains how the Net Unrealized Appreciation (NUA) strategy can help reduce taxes on company stock in a 401(k).

Could a little-known tax strategy save you thousands in retirement? In this episode of the Wise Money Show, we break down Net Unrealized Appreciation (NUA)—an advanced 401(k) strategy that can help reduce taxes on highly appreciated company stock. Learn how NUA works, who may benefit from it, the potential pitfalls to avoid, and why careful planning before retirement is essential. If you have company stock in your 401(k) or are approaching retirement, this is an episode you won't want to miss. Season 11, Episode 44 Download our FREE 5-Factor Retirement guide: https://wisemoneyguides.com/ Schedule a meeting with one of our CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNERS™: https://www.korhorn.com/schedule-a-call/ or call 574-247-5898. Subscribe on YouTube: http://www.youtube.com/c/WiseMoneyShow Listen on podcast: https://pod.link/1040619718 Watch this episode on YouTube: https://youtu.be/ypDkTyaIUG0 Submit a question for the show: https://www.korhorn.com/ask-a-question/ Read the Wise Money Blog: https://www.korhorn.com/wise-money-blog/ Connect with us: Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/WiseMoneyShow Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/wisemoneyshow/ Kevin Korhorn, CFP® offers securities through…

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