The Use of Spin-Offs: Tax Strategies to Dispose of Corporate Assets

A spin-off of assets or stock by a corporation can incur significant corporate and stockholder level tax if not properly structured, and there are numerous and often esoteric requirements for such a spin-off to qualify as a tax-free spin-off for U.S. tax purposes. This topic will help tax advisors and in-house tax practitioners understand the reasons when to pursue a tax-free spin-off, the requirements of a tax-free spin-off and common pitfalls in tax-free spin-off structuring.
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