11 October 2023
If you’re buying or selling a company, there are two main routes to consider – an asset sale or a share sale. Each comes with its own advantages and downsides. In this article, we’re going to look at both, as well as the legal implications, so you can assess which is best for your needs. When assessing the strengths and weaknesses of an asset sale vs share sale, it’s important to understand the basics. As the name implies, an asset sale involves the purchase of some or all the assets of the company, including property, equipment and intellectual property; the…