Two owners can sell for the same price and keep very different amounts. Deal structure, entity type, and timing all change your tax bill — and your net proceeds are what actually matter.
Structure drives tax
Asset vs. stock sale, allocation of the purchase price, and how the payout is split between cash, notes, and earn-outs all affect what you owe.
Plan before you go to market
The best tax outcomes come from planning early — often before the business is even listed — not scrambling at closing.
This is general information, not tax advice. Review your specific situation with your own CPA or tax advisor before you sign a letter of intent.