When you sell, you want to sell stock. Stock sales generally produce long-term capital gains, taxed at the lower rate. A buyer’s request to treat your sale as an asset deal can cost you millions. See why 2026 raised the stakes — and how to charge your buyer for it.

Discover the five exit readiness categories—financial readiness, operational independence, deal structure awareness, personal readiness, and market position—to decide if you’re truly ready to sell your business

Selling your business? Learn the 10 costly mistakes owners make at exit — and how to prepare before you sit down with a buyer.

Selling your business? Learn the 10 costly mistakes owners make at exit — and how to prepare before you sit down with a buyer.

Discover the five exit readiness categories—financial readiness, operational independence, deal structure awareness, personal readiness, and market position—to decide if you’re truly ready to sell your business