When business owners transition their companies to an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), they’re often thinking about legacy, employee impact, and long-term independence. But that doesn’t mean the story ends
For business owners considering an Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP), timing is everything—especially when it comes to securing the 2024 pre-close contribution deduction. With September 15 on the horizon, taking action now
With the new year already underway, there’s no better time to take meaningful steps toward securing your company’s future. For business owners, succession planning isn’t just about exiting—it’s about creating
At Lazear we guide Sellers, and often their CFO or Finance lead, through each stage of an exit transaction. Preparation is critical to the success of any major event, and
An Employee Stock Ownership Plan (ESOP) is a great solution for owners of construction companies looking to diversify their personal wealth, develop a succession plan, and/or seek an avenue to
Selling a business is a significant milestone in any owner’s journey. Yet, many owners underestimate the importance of preparation, often initiating the thought of transition plans only when they are
Consider this: nearly 40% of U.S. businesses (over 14 million) are women-owned, generating more than $2.5 trillion in annual revenue and creating over 12 million jobs. Women-owned businesses clearly pack
Identifying the right legal / tax entity structure is crucial for any business. Legal entity structuring involves deciding the type of legal entity a business will operate as, such as
At some point in a Company’s life cycle the topic of succession planning will arise. For some businesses this succession plan is centered around passing ownership from one generation to
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