Stock options rose to fame in the 1990s. Even on the TV sitcom Seinfeld, Elaine got lucrative stock options and couldn't stop talking about them (provoking George's resentment, of course). Options remain a major form of employee equity. This article compares the two types and how they work.

Podcast included! An employee stock purchase plan is a great benefit. Understand the key dates and terms you need to know to make the most of your ESPP.

When your restricted stock units (RSUs) vest, you have a lot of wealth tied up in one stock. How many of your RSU shares should you sell? How many should you hold? This article presents ways to approach your best answer to those key financial-planning questions.

Podcast included! Receiving a grant of restricted stock or restricted stock units (RSUs) is a reason to celebrate. This article explains the value to you.

For reasons beyond your control, you may find yourself in a position where you suddenly need to sell stock for cash to meet urgent living expenses. When selling stock you must always proceed with caution. Review this checklist of topics to understand on tax, company, brokerage firm, and SEC rules.

You worked hard for the money; now you better treat it right. An IPO presents unique planning circumstances for employees with equity compensation and holdings of company shares. We asked seasoned financial advisors for their planning insights. Read their responses in their own words.