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You’ve finally done it. After years, maybe decades, of building your company from the ground up, you’ve attracted serious buyer interest. They seem genuinely enthusiastic, impressed by what you’ve built. You’ve...
When your business partner dies, their spouse could inherit half the company—leaving you with a nightmare scenario. Learn how buy-sell agreements and strategic planning can protect your family business from...
