Looking to grow or transition your business? Learn about factors that can affect business valuation, what to consider before selling or passing down your business, and how best to prepare an exit strategy. 

3 business transition options

Whether you want to keep it in the family, sell it to a third-party buyer or to employees, it’s important to start planning a business transition well before you need to.

Life insurance for business owners: Should you have it?

Just as a personal life insurance policy aims to protect your loved ones, life insurance for business owners provides a safety net for your business and the people who power it.

Qualified Small Business Stock (QSBS) and Section 1202: Tax benefits explained

If you own stock in a small business, the QSBS Section 1202 exclusion could be a valuable part of your tax planning strategy. Here’s a look at the QSBS Section 1202 requirements and who is eligible.

Do you need a small business financial advisor?

Small business owners’ business finances are linked inextricably to their personal finances. A small business financial advisor can help take the stress out of small business financial planning.

Tax implications of selling a business

Sale price is important, but more important is how much you’ll retain from the sale. The biggest variable is how taxes will impact the transaction.

Business valuation: Key factors and how to assess a business’s value

While a business can be valued in several ways, there are steps you can take that may help you impact its appeal to potential buyers.

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