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RECENT PUBLICATIONS
ESOP Brief #4 - The ESOP Tax-Free Rollover
A summary of the mechanics and rules of the tax-free 1042 rollover and related matters.
ESOP Brief #3 - Tax Advantages for Business Planning
A guide to the tax advantages of ESOPs for business planning including both C Corporation and S Corporation tax advantages.
2019 Economic Performance Survey
The Economic Performance Survey has been the yardstick for measuring the success of The ESOP Association’s member companies since 2000.
ESOP Brief #5 - ESOP Financing
A broad overview of the unique characteristics and advantages of ESOP financing as compared with conventional debt financing.