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Profits interests and tax reform: Three things you should know

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Are you thinking about the effects the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act (TCJA) have on profits interests?  2018 Silver Service Provider Member Plante Moran offers three points to keep you in the know of the tax reform.

Summary of the article by Stephen Eckert and David Howell for the Plante Moran blog.


As mentioned in the Plante Moran guest article on Tax Reform, the Tax Cuts and Jobs Act, (TCJA) offers a profitability boost for many commercial businesses. But what are some of the details that could be beneficial to you?

In this article Plante Moran explains these three things to know on profits interests and the effects TCJA can have on it including:

  • Safe harbor provisions
  • Profits interests issued by investment companies
  • Document grant date value

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About Plante Moran

Plante Moran is among the nation’s largest accounting, tax and consulting firms. With more than 2,200 dedicated professionals in 23 offices, Plante Moran has provided a full range of services to venture capital funds for more than 20 years.

Key service offerings include assurance and tax services; transaction and tax structuring; cybersecurity; due diligence; purchase price allocation; transaction support services; medical device commercialization consulting; tangible and intangible valuation; and personal and family office tax services. Whether it’s structuring a tax savvy transaction, assistance navigating complex fair value accounting frameworks, or analyzing and understanding the impact of legal agreements, Plante Moran has the expertise to assist you in reaching your fund’s goals.

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