You might not give much thought to the equity compensation you receive throughout the year (until you’re forced to take action with it). But even if you do have a long-term plan in mind, it’s smart to pause periodically and review the overall strategy. The end of the...
Category: Restricted Stock
What to Do When Your Restricted Stock Units Vest
Restricted stock units (RSUs) might seem relatively easy to manage once they vest, especially when compared to the potential complexity of vested non-qualified and incentive stock options. RSUs look straightforward because your options can seem limited, meaning you...
How to Create a Liquidation Plan for Your Restricted Stock Units
Restricted stock units are commonly used as a compensation tool by employers who want to reward and retain key employees. If you’re on the receiving end of restricted stock units, or RSUs, you could be set to financially benefit if you meet specific conditions set by...
3 Reasons to Love Restricted Stock and RSUs
Restricted stock and restricted stock units (RSUs) are both commonly-used tools to attract and retain employees. While similar in feel, restricted stock, and restricted stock units are technically different instruments, the details of which go beyond the scope of this...
Restricted Stock Units and the Terminology You Should Know
Restricted stock units are a great way for companies to add an incentive to employee compensation packages. If you are receiving restricted stock units from your employer, understanding the various unfamiliar terms and tax consequences are important to maximizing their value.
The Basics of Restricted Stock Units – And What You Should Know
Restricted stock units, or RSUs, are often used as part of a compensation package for a key employee. Employers may offer restricted stock units in place of providing cash directly through a pay bump or raise. If you have restricted stock units, you have a right to...
Exploring the Life Cycle of Restricted Stock Units
When a company wants to reward and retain talented employees by offering them equity compensation, Restricted Stock Units (RSUs) are a common grant of choice. Any form of equity compensation can fill this role, and some companies even offer a choice. But RSUs are appealing for their relatively straightforward life cycle compared with other types of equity compensation.
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