C-Corporation vs. S-Corporation: Which Structure Provides the Best Tax Advantages for Your Business?
A C-corporation and an S-corporation are taxed in very different ways, and neither is universally “better” for every California business. C-corporations pay corporate income tax but offer flexibility for reinvesting profits and providing benefits, while S-corporations pass income through to owners and may reduce certain employment taxes. It takes a skilled Ventura...
The Risks of Tenant-in-Common Investments
Family Businesses: Simple Steps to Avoid Common Pitfalls
By Roy Schneider, Esq.
If you have a family business or are thinking about starting one, kudos to you! There are few better ways to create tradition, meaning and bonds within a family, and a family business can be a gratifying way by which to build wealth.
Family...
Buying Out a Partner When There Is No Shareholders’ Agreement in Place
By Roy Schneider, Esq.
Like most relationships, business partnerships frequently experience highs and lows, with periods of both prosperity and turmoil. When ongoing disagreements cannot be resolved, or one partner decides to leave the business, the remaining partner(s) often seeks to buy out the shares of the departing...
You’ve Planned for Your Business, But Do You Have an Adequate Business
Are You Bound by the Terms of a Letter of Intent ?
Asset Purchase vs. Share Purchase
When buying a business in California, buyers typically choose between two common methods: purchasing shares or purchasing assets. While share purchases often seem more straightforward, asset purchases can provide distinct advantages, making them a preferred option in...
Family Business: Preserving Your Legacy for Generations to Come
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11 Important Issues Business Partners Should Consider
Starting a business brings the allure of financial reward along with the thrill of building and growing a successful company. However, it’s important to approach any business venture with a sober appreciation of the risks and potential liabilities. This is especially the case for those wishing to begin a business partnership.