Smart Counsel for Asset Sales and Stock Sales
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Buying or Selling A Business
CHOOSE WHETHER YOUR WILL BE PURCHASING OR SELLING
Tell Us About The Business You're Buying
Tell Us About The Business You're Selling
Buying a Business
If you’re purchasing an existing business, we can guide you through the entire process and set you up for continued success
Selling a Business
If you’re selling your business, our team can ensure you exit without any unforeseen issues or complications.
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Tell Us About The Business Sale
Step 1: Speak with one of our attorneys.
Step 2: We handle every step of the deal.
Step 3: The sale goes through and the deal is done!
Fisher Stone Handles Each Business Sale With Confidence And Care.
Attention to Detail
Our lawyers spend time and effort ensuring there are no costly mistakes being made.
Guaranteed Service
We guarantee you will be satisfied with our work. Every process and service we provide has been optimized for your peace of mind.
Responsive Service
You want attorneys that work for you and work with you, so we will be available to you, not dodging your calls.
Asset Sale vs. Stock Sale
LEARN THE TWO DIFFERENT TYPES OF BUSINESS SALE
Asset Sale
Asset sales allow for the purchaser to re-depreciate particular assets, which could lead to lower taxes in the future. A stock sale doesn’t allow this
An asset sale doesn’t have to be for the entirety of a business’ assets, so the buyer can purchase select assets, should the seller agree.
Because the business entity isn’t being purchased, contracts and leases may be harder or even impossible to renew.
Stock Sale
Because there is no change in assets or business structure, daily operations are typically not affected much. Contracts, leases, and employment agreements can remain intact if the buyer chooses.
Which type of sale is better for my business?
We Will Help You Decide On Your Business
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Frequently Asked Questions
If you are looking to buy or sell a business and have questions, please look through these FAQs. You should also schedule a strategy session with one of our attorneys to ensure you understand the entire process.
If you don’t already have a business entity that is purchasing the assets in an asset sale, we highly recommend that you do. Having a business entity separates the assets you acquire from your personal assets.
Depending on whether you chose an asset sale or stock sale, you may need to apply for new licenses, amend existing licenses, or transfer the licenses. This varies case by case and is a great example of why you need a diligent business attorney or your side.
This is for the buyer and seller to determine. In a stock sale, the entirety of the business and its assets are included in the sale. In an asset sale, certain assets can be excluded or omitted at the buyer’s or seller’s request.
Typical asset sales and stock sales take between 30-60 days. This number isn’t absolute since a sale could theoretically take place in a day, or a sale could take longer than 60 days.