Category: Founder Liquidity
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Family Business Succession in Canada: Every Option Compared
Six ways to transition a family business in Canada: next-generation transfer, MBO, EOT, strategic sale, private equity, and a partial sale, compared honestly.
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The “Second Bite”: How to De-Risk Your Net Worth Without Selling Out
You don’t have to choose between selling your company and betting everything on future growth. Learn how a minority recapitalization allows Canadian owner-operators to take chips off the table today while playing for a larger exit tomorrow.
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How Employee Ownership Trusts (EOTs) Open a New Succession Path
Canada’s new Employee Ownership Trust (EOT) model lets owners sell to employees while keeping control and culture intact. This article explains how the structure works, how deals are financed, and how a minority partner like Sidecar can help bridge the funding gap and guide the transition.
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The Third Option: How Minority Capital Can Fuel Your Family Business Without Forcing a Sale
Family businesses often face a false choice: stay the course or sell and give up control. This article explores a third path—minority capital partnerships. Done right, they provide growth capital, liquidity, and strategic support while keeping the family firmly in control. Learn how to structure these partnerships and choose the right investor.