During 2026, Rankin Business Lawyers is presenting a series of articles providing guidance on what to do when preparing a business for sale. This month we examine the structure of business sales – including the difference between an asset sale and a share sale – and the capital gains tax (CGT) implications for your sale. [...]
Often the first fundamental question a lawyer will ask when requested to prepare documentation for a sale of a business is: Are you conducting an Asset or a Share sale? Whilst for the most part this is a fairly straightforward consideration, oftentimes buyers and sellers will not fully understand the fundamental advantages and disadvantages of [...]
When drafting a contract for the sale of business, there are some key terms to be on the lookout for. Here's our guide to some of the most common terms you might come across: • Payment provision: The consideration and payment structure should be agreed between the parties. Your payment provision should cover whether a [...]
Often the first fundamental question a lawyer will ask when requested to prepare documentation for a sale of a business is: Are you conducting an Asset or a Share sale? Whilst for the most part this is a fairly straightforward consideration, oftentimes buyers and sellers will not fully understand the fundamental advantages and disadvantages of [...]
