The alphabet soup of employee benefits - EPISODE 116
Many employees today have access to some very powerful investment benefits. I like to call them the “alphabet soup” of benefits—ESOPs, ESPPs, RSUs, and NUAs. The opportunity can be significant, but only if you understand how they work. In this episode, I’ll walk through each one so you can make more informed decisions.
Then, in the Tips, Tricks, and Strategies segment, I’ll share an important tip on RSUs to help you avoid a common—and costly—mistake.
In This Episode, You’ll Learn:
In this episode:
Episode 116 – The Alphabet Soup of Employee Stock Benefits
Why employee ownership can be a powerful wealth-building tool
Overview of ESOPs, ESPPs, RSUs, and the NUA tax strategy
How ESOPs and ESPPs give you company stock through contributions or discounted purchases
How RSUs work, when they’re taxed, and why they often lead to concentrated employer stock
What NUA is and when it can reduce taxes on appreciated company stock in a 401(k)
Key risks of single‑stock exposure and why diversification is crucial
Practical RSU tip: When it can make sense to sell vested shares and reinvest or pay down debt
How to think about these benefits as part of an overall financial and tax plan
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