Employee stock purchase plans allow companies to offer shares to employees at a discount, with contributions deducted from their pay. Tax and securities laws may restrict these plans, and employees must hold shares for a certain period for tax benefits. Employee stock option ownership plans offer employees the option to purchase company shares at a […]

Employee stock purchase plans allow companies to offer discounted stock to employees, with contributions deducted from their pay. Depending on how long the stock is held, it may qualify for preferential tax treatment. Employee stock ownership plans are used by start-ups to compensate employees and give them a stake in the company’s success. Stock options […]