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Does Owning a Corporation Qualify You for the Capital Gains Exemption?

Owning a corporation doesn't automatically qualify you for the Lifetime Capital Gains Exemption. Jared explains why shares must meet specific tests, why this is exit planning rather than just sale planning, and how passive investments or industry assumptions can quietly disqualify a business. Using real client examples, he shows why owners should confirm today whether their shares actually qualify.

Jared Pilon
Topic: Corporate TaxesRestructuringSuccession Planning
September 1, 2026 | View Post

Before You Add a Holding Company, Ask Yourself This One Question

Before you go down the road of adding a holding company to your corporate structure, ask yourself: Does this solve a problem for me?

Jared Pilon
Topic: General Business InformationSuccession Planning
August 4, 2026 | View Post

How to Structure a Management Buyout That Works

Management buyouts are a great way to hand off a business to new owners who understand it inside and out. Get practical tips on how to make the process as seamless as possible.

Jared Pilon
Topic: Sale & PurchaseSuccession Planning
July 2, 2026 | View Post

Who Are You Without Your Business?

The importance of looking inward prior to selling your business.

Jared Pilon
Topic: Succession Planning
June 2, 2026 | View Post

How Long Does Exit Planning Really Take?

Plan your business exit well ahead of time to ensure that when the time comes, you are fully prepared.

Jared Pilon
Topic: Succession Planning
April 29, 2026 | View Post