Advanced Estate Case: Dynasty Trust, MSO, No Gift Tax
How a $400M Business Owner Used a C-Corp MSO and Split-Dollar Strategy to Build a Dynasty Trust—With No Gift Tax, No Estate Inclusion, and Audit-Defensible Results The Situation A first-generation entrepreneur (Gen 1) built a thriving private business valued at $200 million, with a total net worth over $400 million. With four children and no […]
Exiting an MSO: Succession Planning That Protects Value and Maximizes Tax Efficiency
How MSO structuring, deferred comp plans, and corporate transitions pave the way for profitable exits. As a business owner, you’ve worked tirelessly to build something of value. But what happens when it’s time to step away? Whether you’re preparing for retirement, succession within the family, or selling to a third party, your exit strategy matters […]
Protecting Privately Held Companies: The Critical Importance of Tax Opinions by Experienced Attorneys
Protecting Privately Held Companies: The Critical Importance of Tax Opinions by Experienced Attorneys The Problems Businesses Face Without Tax Opinions For business owners, particularly those managing privately held companies, the stakes of not obtaining a proper tax opinion can be devastating. Without the guidance of an experienced tax attorney, businesses face numerous risks: Exposure to […]