Employee Stock
Ownership Plan (ESOP)
A specialized tax-qualified plan where monies
can be contributed in stocks or cash to the ESOP on
a tax deductible basis, thereby increasing working capital
and cash flow.
Key Benefits of a Employee
Stock Ownership Plan:
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Create a liquid, private
market for your company’s stock.
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Facilitate the smooth
succession of the company to the management
team.
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Allows for the sale of
privately held stock tax-deferred or tax-free
while the business owner keeps control of
the company.
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Gives your employees
equity in the company, making them more
loyal, productive, and profitable.
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Deduct both principal
and interest on bank debt.
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Make your stock dividends
deductible.
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Who Can Establish:
- Public or Private Corporations
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ESOP Candidates:
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A private corporation owner
wanting to sell some of his stock on a tax
free basis and still maintain control of the
company.
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A company wanting to buy
out minority shareholders on a tax deductible
basis for the corporation and tax free for
the selling shareholders.
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A company wanting to make
acquisitions on a tax deductible basis.
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A business owner who wants
to share equity in the company with employees
to attract, retain, and reward a productive
work force.
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Contact a LPL Investment
Consultant to go over your options for retirement.
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