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Sale Preparation Consulting

$1684-$8420

Can You Write Off Sale Preparation Consulting?

Short answer: Sale Preparation Consulting — Business Exit & Succession Planning for Baby Boomer business owners

Business exit and succession planning costs have specific tax treatment. Some costs are deductible as ordinary business expenses (consulting, legal advice) under IRC §162, while others must be capitalized as part of the sale transaction under IRC §263. Costs directly related to selling the business are typically added to basis or reduce the sale proceeds. Professional fees for exit planning are generally deductible. Proper allocation and documentation required.

Records to keep: Keep receipts and document business use. Deductible if ordinary and necessary for your trade or business.