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How To Build An Employee Stock Purchase Plan

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If you own a business, you already know that one of the most effective retention strategies is to give your employees stock options. If not, I highly suggest getting started with something simple yet effective, like the employee stock purchase plan or ESPP. What Is An Employee Stock Purchase Plan?

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The A to Z Explanation About Phantom Stocks

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Phantom stock. A phantom stock, also known as “shadow stock” or “ghost shares”, gives employees the opportunity to share in the wealth and success of the company. Companies do this by providing employees with a stake in the company's stock as well as a retirement plan to ensure they have enough money later on in life.

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Everything You've Ever Wanted To Know About ESOP Plan

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A good ESOP plan (employee stock ownership plan) is an excellent tool for business owners to help raise their company's value and take their business to the next level. ESOP plan (employee stock ownership plan) is a form of employee compensation that provides employees with an equity stake in the company.

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