Flexibility in Structure: Asset purchases offer more flexibility in structuring the transaction and financing. A buyer can negotiate and structure the deal based on the specific assets being acquired, so they can structure the transaction to better align with their financial capabilities.
Disadvantages of Asset Sale The seller is subject to a double layer of taxation. Transferring assets may be more complicated. Agreements tied to certain assets may need to be renegotiated.
A fixed asset refers to any equipment or property purchased or donated by a college or university, which is in active use within the institution's operations.