Whether you have held property as an investment or as a by-product of business, selling your commercial real estate can be a lucrative decision. However, it is important to be aware of hidden taxes that may arise during the process. Understanding these taxes can help...
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What should I know about the Texas franchise tax?
When tax time comes around, LLCs, corporations and partnerships who do business in Texas must be mindful of the Texas franchise tax. After determining they are liable, the next step should be to learn more about the law. Ensuring proper payment and filing is an...
How to prevent issues with vendors
In the business world, establishing and maintaining healthy relationships with vendors is important for the smooth functioning of operations. Keeping the relationships on track is a goal for everyone owner. Preventing problems is much better than dealing with them...
Seven signs of a successful merger or acquisition
Business mergers can be hugely beneficial for the companies involved. Still, like any business partnership, it has to be the right fit for it to work. Common examples include local rivals joining forces or similar businesses in different markets. The benefits can...
Important business valuation factors
The value of a business drives many things such as sales price and equity value. Whether you are a business owner looking to sell your company, an investor evaluating potential opportunities or a financial professional, understanding the key factors that affect...
Indemnification clauses in contracts
Indemnification clauses in commercial contracts are essential provisions that allocate risk and provide financial compensation for damages and losses. These clauses establish the obligation of one party (the indemnitor) to indemnify and hold harmless the other party...
Businesses can use securities to raise capital
There comes a time for many growing businesses to seek funding from outside investors. One option is to offer securities in the business. The investor pays for an interest in the business that can be structured in many ways, equity, debt, convertible securities or a...
Should health providers partner with private equity?
Some may be surprised that 30% of doctors work in independent practices, while hospital systems, health insurers or private equity firms employ 70% of medical doctors. The largest increase among the three employers is private equity and health insurers, with a 32%...
Preparation is essential when selling your company
Many founders, owners or CEOs spend their career building a successful business. It involves making strategic business decisions, picking the right personnel, reading market trends and creating products and services. It is smart leadership and due diligence. Still,...
Purchase price adjustments provide protections when structuring M&A deals
An estimated 95% of M&A deals, usually privately held but sometimes public, include a purchase price adjustment. This mechanism confirms the actual value of the target company at or after closing. These adjustments put the buyer and seller on equal footing and...