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Plain English Guide to Getting Out of Business
Learn where and how to get professional help.

Planning Your Exit
If you've never given any serious thought to exiting your business, now is the time to start. Exiting is a multi-step process that can take from weeks to years depending on the size of the organization and the reasons for exiting.

Dissolving a Corporation
Read about how to dissolve a corporation if you want to distribute assets or are concerned about potential liabilities. The article also provides useful links to IRS and state forms.

IRS
Find procedures for getting out of business, including what forms to file and how to handle additional revenue received or expenses you may incur.



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