Structuring the Sale
Tax Considerations
If you have owned your business for a while and it has increased in value over the years, you may be presented with a substantial tax liability following its disposition. In order to effectively negotiate and structure the sale of your business, you need to be aware of the tax impact of the transfer and how to minimize your liability. By reviewing the tax consequences in advance and presenting the proposed sale structure in a certain manner, you have a better chance of completing the sale on your terms and conditions.
Here you will find a summary of the tax considerations that apply to the sale of a business. Your own tax advisor should assist you in applying these considerations to your specific situation.
