by Christine Brown | May 23, 2017 | Business Structure, Business Succession Planning |
Business planning in California tends to revolve around where you are right now, where you’re going in the near future, and hopefully, where you’re going to be quite a way down the road. One aspect of business planning that is easily overlooked, however, is what...
by Christine | Feb 11, 2015 | Asset Protection, Business Succession Planning, Elder Law, Estate Planning, Probate, Retirement Planning, Tax Planning, Trusts, Wills |
Many business owners fear losing control. Before they’re willing to address exit or estate planning options, they must first be assured of complete dominion over their business. So let’s look at how to lock in ownership Are you worried about losing control of your...
by Christine | Dec 31, 2014 | Asset Protection, Business Succession Planning, Estate Plan, Estate Tax, Roth IRA, Tax Planning |
Continual planning is essential for finding opportunities that will reduce the financial burden. Several options exist to help corporations retain wealth and reduce taxes legally. At the end of the business year 2014, companies will be examining data to see if there...
by Christine | Jul 18, 2014 | Business Succession Planning, Estate Planning, Small Business |
Succession planning where company ownership is concerned can be fairly complicated, but at a simple level every plan is based on two basic issues. You’ve probably thought a lot about who will take over for you; that’s one. But, just as importantly, how can you make...
by Christine | Jun 20, 2014 | Business Sale, Business Succession Planning, Family Business, Sale |
While valuations aren't out of hand now, offers may climb as competition heats up. Your business is likely an inherent part of your life. The decision to part ways with your business is complicated. It can't be easy to hand over your life's work....
by Christine | Feb 28, 2014 | Business Succession Planning, Estate Planning, Family Business, Small Business |
Family businesses account for much of this country’s domestic product and are core to the American Dream. Whether it is a century-old international automobile manufacturer or a group of local dry-cleaners, family involvement in the business is a common goal. Like...