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Business Advisory & Entity Tax Planning
Overview
For many high-net-worth individuals, the business is the largest asset. HBME advises owners on the decisions that move the needle — entity structure, owner compensation, cash flow, financing, and eventual succession or sale — always with an eye on both business performance and your personal tax position.
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Business Advisory — Common Questions
Which entity type is best for my business?
It depends on your income, ownership, growth plans, and how you take money out. The choice between an LLC, S-Corp, and C-Corp has major tax consequences. We model the options against your actual numbers and recommend the structure that minimizes total tax.
How early should I plan for selling my business?
Ideally three to five years out. The structure of a sale — asset vs. stock, installment vs. lump sum, entity type — dramatically affects the tax you pay. Early planning lets us position the business and your personal finances for the best after-tax outcome.
Do you work with my bookkeeper or handle bookkeeping too?
Either. We can advise and review the work of your in-house bookkeeper, or provide full write-up and QuickBooks support ourselves. Many owners use us for strategy and oversight while their staff handle day-to-day entry.
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