Puzzling Through Your Restricted Stock Unit (RSU) Compensation

RSU
Written By Daniel Lee

Just as a single piece in a puzzle can be difficult to decipher all by itself, a Restricted Stock Unit (RSU) can be a bit of a head-scratcher as a stand-alone asset.

In isolation, RSUs are simply a form of equity-based compensation; your employer makes a grant, or a promise, to give you company stock shares under certain conditions. That’s nice. But if you’ve been offered this benefit and you really want to make best use of it, it’s worth considering it within the bigger picture of your overall investment portfolio.

First, let’s cover the basics. Then we’ll view how RSUs fit into your total planning puzzle.

Read the full article at Plancorp.

Daniel Lee https://hellogoodplace.com
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