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QSBS Valuation for Enhanced Estate And Tax BenefitsQSBS Valuation for Enhanced Estate And Tax Benefits

A cornerstone in strategic planning to optimize clients’ financial legacies.

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Michael Borger, Nainesh Shahand 1 more

May 21, 2024

14 Min Read
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Qualified small business stock (QSBS) presents a significant opportunity for estate and tax planning, particularly for high-net-worth (HNW) individuals and business owners. Understanding the intricacies of QSBS under Internal Revenue Code Section 1202 allows for strategic planning to enhance financial outcomes, namely, reduced exposure to income tax and estate tax liability. Let’s explore the definition, benefits and planning strategies associated with QSBS. Through a detailed examination of qualification criteria, valuation challenges and advanced planning techniques, this article aims to optimize the use of QSBS for estate and tax planning purposes.

QSBS Overview

QSBS refers to shares in a qualified small business that meet the criteria ...

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About the Authors

Michael Borger

Associate, Moritt Hock & Hamroff

Michael Borger is an associate at Moritt Hock & Hamroff in Garden City, N.Y.

Nainesh Shah

Co-founder, Complete Advisors

Nainesh Shah, CFA®, is the Co-Founder of Complete Advisors, a Wealth Advisory firm based in the Greater New York City area. He brings over 25 years of experience in Business Valuation, Portfolio Management, and Financial Strategy. He is a member of the CFA Institute and has presented to over 100 audiences of financial advisors and non-profits on macroeconomic conditions, capital markets, portfolio construction, and risk management.

Evan Levine

President and Co-founder, Complete Advisors

Evan Levine is the president and co-founder at Complete Advisors in Valley Stream, N.Y.