By Colleen Weber, CFP^®, CPA

While many people have access to employee stock options through their employer, the process and details are often confusing. Between taxation, diversification, and more fine print than you know what to do with, it would be easy to stick your head in the sand and not take advantage of your stock options. But stock options can benefit your overall financial plan if you have the right information and make wise decisions. That’s what I want to help you with. So, if you’ve been granted stock options and stayed with your company long enough for them to vest, keep reading.