165: Stock Options vs Cash: Which Is Actually Better?

165: Stock Options vs Cash: Which Is Actually Better?

From Rich Habits Podcast by Austin Hankwitz and Robert Croak

April 13, 2026 · 43 min · Season 16 · Episode 6

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The episode discusses the pros and cons of stock options versus cash as forms of compensation.

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Hosts: Robert Croak, Austin Hankwitz

Topics covered

  • stock options
  • cash compensation
  • total compensation
  • investing
  • financial planning

Keywords

  • stock options
  • cash compensation
  • investing
  • financial planner
  • budgeting template

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Public, Wall Street Favorites, Blossom, Grifin

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