Asset Sales Versus Stock Sales

About the Episode

Asset sale or stock sale? The seller favors one; the buyer favors the other. Why? The distinction between asset sales and stock sales seems simple, but the differences are important because each type of sale has its advantages. However, one side may benefit financially more than the other, depending on the type of deal. The key is knowing whether an asset or stock sale is right for your particular situation. Andrew Gantman, CPA and owner of Gantman & Associates in Los Angeles, joins us for an important discussion of these two types of sales, including understanding the kinds of income your assets generate — regular income or capital gains — and the potential tax implications in an M&A transaction.

Meet Our Guest

Andrew Gantman

President at Gantman & Associates

Specialties: International tax and cross-border (re)structuring; Tax Accounting Methods (timing of income/deductions); Tax Controversy (IRS/FTB examinations); M&A, Tax Due Diligence; Research Credits and Incentives; Expert Testimony; Business Planning and Execution; Tax controversy and collection resolution.

He earned a BA in Economics from UCLA, an MBA from Pepperdine University, and an MBT (Master of Business Taxation) from USC.

He spent over 10 years with two of the Big 4 accounting firms, including time in the Washington D.C. national office.

He is a member of the American Institute of Certified Public Accountants, and the California Society of Certified Public Accountants.