Legal & Tax
Entity structures, acquisition financing, tax optimization, seller financing, and working with professional advisors.
5 articles
Search Fund Legal Structure & Entity Setup
US (LLC/LP) and European structures (SAS, GmbH, Ltd) explained, including the two-entity model and tax implications.
14 min read
GuideHow to Finance a Search Fund Acquisition
Capital stack overview: senior debt, SBA loans, European government programs, seller notes, and equity structuring.
14 min read
LegalTax Optimization for Search Fund Acquisitions
Asset vs stock purchase, QSBS, Dutreil pact, holding structures — tax strategies for US and European acquisitions.
13 min read
GuideWorking with Advisors: Lawyers, Accountants & Brokers
When to hire, how to select, typical fees, managing the advisory team, and avoiding over-reliance.
12 min read
GuideSeller Financing: Structures, Terms & Negotiation
Seller notes, subordination agreements, typical terms (2-5yr, 4-6%), earn-out alternatives, and negotiation strategies.
12 min read
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