This is the fourth in a series of articles outlining the steps any business owner can take to maximize the value of his/her business when it comes time to sell.  If you’d like to see previous articles in this series,…

Introduction The Center recently received a call regarding situations involving minority share stocks and lack of marketability.  When businesses are valued, whether that reason is for a business sale, exit planning, or another reason, generally the owner likes to see…

This is the third in a series of articles outlining the steps any business owner can take to maximize the value of his/her business when it comes time to sell.  If you’d like to see previous articles in this series,…

Introduction Certain tax deductions are set to expire at year’s end.  Among them are the enhanced Section 179 deduction and bonus depreciation.  The decisions you make in these final months of 2009 can have a major impact on your taxes…

This is the second in a series of articles outlining the steps any business owner can take to maximize the value of his/her business when it comes time to sell.  If you’d like to see previous articles in this series,…

Introduction During the early part of 2009, the economy in the United States faced a dire situation.  The scenario unfolding was one of high unemployment, tight credit, low consumer spending, bankruptcies, foreclosures, and health insurance issues.  To work its way…