Comparison · 10 min
Remote vs Hybrid vs Office: Comp Comparison
Three work arrangements, three pay philosophies. How remote pay tiers, hybrid expectations, and in-office premiums shape your real compensation.
Guides
Clear, trustworthy explanations to go with the calculators — salary negotiation, paycheck math, equity, and freelance economics.
Comparison · 11 min
Tech Salaries: Big Tech vs Startup
Big Tech offers $300k+ total comp at L4, startups offer $150k base + maybe-someday equity. A real comparison across base, bonus, equity, benefits, and stability.
Comparison · 9 min
Living in NYC vs SF: Real Salary Comparison
$250k in San Francisco vs $250k in New York — different states, different state taxes, similar housing costs. Which one nets more?
Comparison · 10 min
1099 vs W-2: Real Income Comparison
A $130k 1099 rate isn't 30% more than a $100k W-2 — once you factor in self-employment tax, health insurance, and benefits, the gap is often smaller.