For executives and senior engineers holding $2 million or more in low-cost-basis AMD stock, traditional liquidation can result in federal tax bills exceeding $400,000. This case study breaks down how accredited investors can utilize Section 721 exchange funds to swap concentrated single-stock risk for a diversified market basket without triggering an immediate capital gains tax event. It compares exchange funds against standard ETF transfers and staged sales to provide a tax-efficient path to long-term diversification.
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