The Law and You

We provide legal solutions to issues relating to family law, land law (including conveyancing), adoption matters, divorce/ marriage/ child custody matters, and court processes and procedures.

two red paper organizers

HOW WILLS CAN SAVE YOUR BUSINESS

Posted by:

|

On:

|


Investors and Entrepreneurs take a lot of time to build their businesses – it can even take years. This time investment is more so the case if they are starting from scratch and lack the resources to grow their operations fast. Depending on the capital at their disposal, they may start at very low levels.

The business normally grows very gradually, and finally, they succeed in their pursuits of attaining reputable, profitable businesses. At this time, the original entrepreneurs take care of their businesses very carefully to ensure that the same progresses to higher levels and does not fail. However, many family businesses die with the original owners, so to speak, due to various reasons. A good example is when the owner does not designate an heir to take over the operations or equip them with the skills necessary to run the business.


The Solution to Losing Your Business


But this does not have to be the fate of your business. There are several ways that can be employed to save the businesses. This can be done in one way by making Wills to give the business to the most appropriate heir(s).
One can also save their business by creating Trusts in the Will to have the business managed by capable trustees chosen by the owner or allowing non-family members to co-own the business, thereby creating room for capable hands to run and rein the business.
All the arrangements to manage the business can, therefore, be made by the owner(s) of the business in their lifetime.


Protect Your Interests With Wills


We are your partners in supporting your business from failure upon your demise. Make your Will today.


Book Consultation(s)
Please fill in the form below. Once we have received your details, we will contact you within 24 hours through the phone number provided to schedule your consultation.
Please enable JavaScript in your browser to complete this form.
Name
Please choose an area of consultation from the drop-down menu.