Selling a business is challenging on its own, but when paired with the emotional and legal complexities of a divorce, it can feel overwhelming! In this episode, we’re joined by family law attorney Cindy Runge, who draws on her extensive experience to unpack the critical legal and financial factors involved. From understanding how marital estates are valued to the impact of prenups and postnups, and the challenges of business valuation amid separation, Cindy shares essential strategies to help you protect your business interests, navigate financial and legal hurdles, maintain operational stability, and communicate effectively during this difficult time. We also discuss extreme scenarios like court-ordered sales and the protective role of operating agreements, offering practical tips to help business owners navigate this intersection with clarity and strategic planning. Tune in to gain invaluable insights and learn how proactive collaboration between legal and business experts can safeguard your interests when personal and professional worlds collide!

Key Points From This Episode:

• Why selling a business during divorce is uniquely challenging.
• How marital estates impact business valuation.
• The importance and role of prenups and postnups (and how they differ).
• Navigating business valuation during separation.
• Court-ordered sales and extreme divorce cases.
• How operating agreements can protect business interests.
• Balancing emotional and legal considerations in negotiations.
• Common mistakes people make when going through a divorce.
• The importance of collaborating with legal and business professionals.
• Key takeaways: how to protect both your business and yourself!

Tip of the Day: Getting divorced? Slow down and stay in control. Work with a mediator or collaborative attorney to help you protect your wallet, your business, and your sanity.

Links Mentioned in Today’s Episode: Cynthia Runge

Peridot Family Law

Cynthia Runge on LinkedIn

Transaction Talk

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