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Are you thinking of transferring your business to a family member? This occurrence is fairly common, especially among small businesses. Here are some considerations that will help with your planning and decision making.<\/span><\/p>\n

Do You Have a Good Contract?<\/b><\/p>\n

Sometimes close family members are tempted to skip a contract, but it\u2019s always a mistake not to have things in writing. When you create a buy-sell agreement, it helps keep things clear between the parties involved. Make sure that your documentation is thorough. It should cover a wide variety of details including the amount being paid, your continued involvement, and the business value.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Does Your Family Member Need Financing?<\/b><\/p>\n

When it comes to selling businesses to family members, seller financing is common. You could even consider agreeing to a private annuity. This will allow payments to be spread out over many years.\u00a0 One benefit to providing financing assistance is that you will receive a steady stream of income along with interest on the loan as well.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

You could also consider a self-cancelling clause on your installment note. This would allow debt to attach to your will in case of your untimely passing before the payments were complete.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Are You Selling or Gifting Your Business?<\/b><\/p>\n

Gifting a business takes place more often than you might think, due to the tax benefits involved. Also, when you gift a business, you can still maintain some level of control.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

The federal gift tax exemption changes every year. In 2022, the annual gift tax exclusion is $16,000. The lifetime gift exemption limit is $12 million. While you may owe some federal gift taxes if the amounts exceed the exemption limits, the good news is that after you have transferred your business, any future growth of the business won\u2019t affect your financials.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

Is Everything Accurate?<\/b><\/p>\n

Unfortunately, many business owners have acted unethically when it comes to transferring their business to their family members. As a result, the IRS tends to give this kind of transaction extra scrutiny. You will want to ensure that all your paperwork is in proper order and highly accurate.\u00a0<\/span><\/p>\n

You may very well want to hire the services of a lawyer and accountant to assist you with this matter. Of course, a business broker or M&A advisor will also help you with the details of this agreement and figuring out what benefits you and your family members.<\/span><\/p>\n

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