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The state of your business structure – Different entity types have varying tax impact
October / November 2011
Newsletter: Trendlines
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 1147
Abstract: Although the variances among most of the major business entity types aren’t drastic, they can be notable enough to make it worthwhile to review the state of one’s business structure. This article takes a look at the fundamental tax impact of each of the major entity types in use today: S and C corporations, general and limited partnerships, and limited liability companies. A sidebar explains that businesses of any entity type can benefit from two depreciation tax breaks this year.
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A financial expert’s role in alter-ego cases
May / June 2008
Newsletter: Valuation & Litigation Briefing / Litigation & Valuation Report
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 1147
Abstract: Operating as a corporation encourages investment by insulating shareholders’ personal assets against liability for corporate debts. But protection isn’t absolute. A plaintiff unable to collect a judgment from a corporation may ask a court to invoke its powers to “pierce the corporate veil” and hold owners responsible. This article explains how valuation experts can provide insight into whether particular corporate practices, such as shared services or related-party transactions, are appropriate or indicate an improper “alter-ego” relationship.