Equity FAQ

Quick Answers to Your Equity Compensation Questions

We know our guides can feel like a lot to take in, especially when you’re just looking for a quick answer to a specific question. That’s why we’ve created this FAQ section—to give you clear, straightforward answers to your most pressing equity compensation questions. Our Quick Start Guides offer 2-minute intros. If you’re ready to dive deeper, you can explore our detailed guides.

What is equity compensation to begin with? Equity compensation refers to non-cash compensation that gives employees ownership in a company, typically through stock options, restricted stock units (RSUs), or employee stock purchase plans (ESPPs). It aligns employees’ financial success with the company’s growth. We have a comprehensive equity primer worth a read.

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