Sarah Khuwaja

Sarah is one of the co-founders of Reins. She loves talking to and learning from small business owners.

How Can I Get My Employer to Offer Me Phantom Stock?

An overview of how employees can approach their managers about phantom equity as a benefit.

What Is Profit Sharing and Is It Right For Your Company?

January 29, 2024

Profit sharing plans enable employees to receive a portion of a given company’s profits, which directly connects employees’ financial success to the company’s success.

Succession Planning: Exit Paths For Small Businesses

January 25, 2024

Deferring succession planning can leave you in a frantic, precarious state years down the road. And in a worst case scenario, failing to plan for your company's future can lead to a failed exit from your business. Luckily, preparing for tomorrow doesn’t have to be overwhelming or terribly time consuming, especially if you start early.

The Right Way to Think About Employee Compensation

January 18, 2024

Whether you employ one person or hundreds, all small business owners face the same issue: balancing attractive benefits with financial feasibility.

Why Invest in Employee Ownership?

January 8, 2024

The concept of employee ownership is meant to give staff a stake in a given business. But why should business owners consider investing in employee ownership in the first place?

What Is Vesting and How Does It Work For Small Businesses?

February 29, 2024

There are two types of vesting schedules that businesses can use when allocating equity. Small business owners should remember that vesting is a strategic tool that aligns company success with employee retention and financial interest.

Why Would Employees Choose The MARE Phantom Equity Over Regular Stock?

February 26, 2024

The Modern Agreement for Rewards and Equity (MARE) is a great alternative to traditional stock.

What Is the SECURE 2.0 Act and How Does It Impact Small Businesses?

February 19, 2024

SECURE 2.0 may be the biggest enhancement to Americans' retirement savings we've ever seen. While not specific to small businesses, the legislation will have significant impact on this segment in particular.

5 Employee Bonus Plans For Small Businesses

February 15, 2024

There are several types of bonuses available to small businesses and their employees. Some are performance-based and some aren't, but they all need to be carefully structured and communicated.

Navigating Psychological Contracts in Small Business

February 12, 2024

Small business hiring and employee retention is tougher than ever. By understanding the psychological contract made with employees, owners are more likely to recruit great workers who want to stick around.

Choosing The Right Small Business Structure

February 8, 2024

Picking a small business structure has many implications on your business, including tax, liability, company hierarchy, and fundraising. There are five main types of business structures: sole proprietorship, partnership, limited liability company, cooperative, and corporation (which comes in several varieties).

How Does an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) Work?

February 6, 2024

There are many reasons companies implement ESOPs. One of the most important is that these plans help align owner and employee incentives. At its core, an ESOP is a way for employees to own a stake in the company they work for, creating a powerful sense of partnership and commitment between them as workers and their employers as shareholders.