Dealing early with possible succession scenarios might help you on a personal level to step successfully one day. In many cases the professional and private surroundings will be relieved as well. Experience shows that it`s never too early to analyze the situation and set the course for the future. We can help you make the best decisions from an economic, fiscal and legal prospect.
Succession planning includes a multiplicity of essential questions, which have to be answered carefully. Most companies are still handed over within the family from one generation to another. However, a similar number of firms is sold to external parties. Internal take-overs are seen with increasing frequency as well. It is a unique process in an entrepreneur`s life that should not be left to chance. With a careful analysis of the overall situation, our experienced experts will put you on the safe side and enable you to make a decision in a way that will prove to be right - for you and your company.
KPMG offers a wide range of skilled experts in the fields of Advisory, Business Outsourcing Services, Tax and Legal to accompany your succession planning with care. You might be faced with typical questions like:
- Succession solutions within the family
Our consultation affects family members as well as all employees concerned in your company. With our collaboration you will be able to have a smooth and harmonious hand-over.
- Family and heritage holding
In many cases a separation between management and capital is preferable and even recommended. We will show you different possible ways and advise you competently in all matters of Inheritance Law.
- Management-Buy-Out (MBO) or Management-Buy-In (MBI)
You would like to avoid tax traps and other unpleasant surprises? We will develop a concrete profile of requirements for management und work out appropriate contracts.
- Sale to an external party
Clearly you are looking for highest possible proceeds, but a continuation in your own way will be important for you as well. We assist you in finding the perfect balance and protecting your interests by supporting you in the buyer search, giving you an accurate valuation of your company and handling all contractual arrangements.
- Liquidation
If the closure of a business is inevitable, it needs to be conducted as professional as dignified. Have confidence in the experience of our experts, who not only implement the liquidation from A to Z but also act with greatest possible sensitivity.
- Attorney services
If it comes to composition proceedings or deferral of liquidation, we also act for you as a trustee.
Legal aspects of succesion planning
Succession planning is always a legal matter and includes a wide range of legal questions - we know the answers.
Succession planning for SME
Our experienced professionals live up to your special requirements as KMU or family business.
Your contacts
Experts for succession planning are available in 11 offices in Switzerland. We look forward to hearing from you and being in personal contact.
