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Frequently Asked Questions

Employee Ownership FAQs

Common questions about employee stock ownership plans (ESOPs), employee ownership trusts (EOTs), and other forms of employee ownership, from the basics to technical topics.

This FAQ is written primarily for business owners, managers, and advisors involved in setting up or running an employee ownership plan. If you're an employee at an ESOP company looking to understand your own benefits and rights, see our articles on Working at an ESOP Company and The Rights of ESOP Participants.

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How is the sale price set in an Employee Ownership Trust?

Although the best practice would be an independent appraisal, there are no rules for how the price is set.


Link to this FAQ Topic: Employee Ownership Trusts (EOTs)