March 2021
Transition Planning For Business Owners
By Cameron Cole The short-term demands of running a business often distracts business owners from the long-term importance of developing a comprehensive transition plan. This includes proper planning for protecting and preserving the future of their [...]
Four Big Mistakes Owners Make When Selling Their Business
By Mark Abell & David Stahl According to the NFIB Business Optimism Index, business owner optimism in 2020 remains well above the long-term average, as owners expect to see another year of sales and earnings growth. [...]
New Tax Rules for Cryptocurrency
By Scott S. Frederickson Urgent: The IRS is taking special interest in virtual currencies. Starting with the 2019 tax year, on every Form 1040 we must answer the question: “At any time during the tax year, [...]
February 2021
Family Offices: Potential Buyers for Your Business?
By Paul Skeen & Amber Ferrie There are a number of different buyer groups to consider when selling your business. Typically, they fall into one of two categories: Strategic buyers. These buyers typically buy 100% of your [...]
MountainWest Capital Network Names Packsize CEO Hanko Kiessner 2021 Entrepreneur of the Year
MountainWest Capital Network (MWCN) announced the recipient of its annual Entrepreneur of the Year award, naming Hanko Kiessner as the 2021 honoree. Now in its 33rd year, MWCN’s award recognizes a Utah entrepreneur who has [...]
“Sandbagging” in M&A Transactions
By Thomas R. Taylor The term “sandbagging” in merger and acquisition (“M&A”) transactions refers to a practice often employed by buyers to claim a breach of a seller representation or warranty (a “rep or warranty”) and [...]