What are the tax implications of buying or selling a business? - Crawford Ellenbogen

Merger and acquisition activity in many sectors slowed during 2020 due to COVID-19. But analysts expect it to improve in 2021 as the country comes out of the pandemic. If you’re considering buying or selling another business, it’s important to understand the tax implications. For tax purposes, a transaction can basically be structured in two ways: stock (or ownership interest) or assets. For tax and nontax reasons, buyers usually prefer to purchase assets, while sellers generally prefer stock sales. Buying or selling a business may be the largest transaction you’ll ever make, so seek professional tax advice. After a deal is done, it may be too late to get the best tax results. Contact us.