Iowa Legislature Approves an ESOP Formation Assistance Fund

The Iowa legislature recently passed a bill appropriating $500,000 per year to help offset the costs of determining whether an ESOP is an appropriate strategy for the business owner, the company, and the employees.

IRS Announces Benefit Plan Limits for 2022

The IRS has announced COLA (cost of living adjustment) changes for 2022 retirement plan limits, with several changes of interest to ESOPs.

IRS Further Clarifies Current Focus on ESOPs

The IRS clarified at an American Bar Association conference that its new focus on ESOPs extends only to abusive schemes involving high-income taxpayers.

IRS: Compliance Issues at ESOP Companies

The IRS issued a news release on August 9 stating that as part of “an expanded focus on ensuring high-income taxpayers pay what they owe,” it was warning “businesses and ta

Is 2019 the Year of Employee Ownership?

Writing in the Intercept, reporter Rachel Cohen reviewed the year in employee ownership politics and legislation. She noted the long-time advocacy by Sen.

Is an ESOP Right for You? Dallas, Texas–Speakers Announced!

We're thrilled to announce our highly anticipated 1.5-day seminar Is an ESOP Right for You? in Dallas, TX, from February 5-6, 2024. This event will provide entrepreneurs, business owners, and HR professionals with comprehensive insights into ESOP transaction structures, plan design, financing, and more in response to the expanding ESOP landscape.