Basics

Podcast and video included! So your company has granted you stock options. Now what? Stock options give you a potential share in the growth of your company's value without any financial risk to you until you exercise the options and buy shares of the company's stock. Before you exercise your options, their built-in value is subject to pre-tax growth—which can be significant. This article explains the essential facts that you must know to understand your options and make the most of them.

Podcast and video included! While restricted stock and RSUs are relatively straightforward, they have technical aspects you must understand to make the most of them. Learn the essential facts of restricted stock and RSUs, including basic concepts, vesting schedules, and tax treatment.

Podcast and video included! Employee stock purchase plans are a great deal. Understand the key dates and terms you must know to make the most of your company's ESPP.

You should know the answers to the questions in this FAQ's checklist and be familiar with the topics presented in the related video. Understanding these will help you to make the most of your stock grants...

Generally, an employee stock option is a right that a corporation grants...

Don't confuse restricted securities and restricted stock. They are very different...