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ways to make money by leveraging a holding company that stores a lot of value

While it's important to note that financial strategies should always be conducted within legal and ethical boundaries, there are several ways to generate disposable income by leveraging a holding company with significant stored value:

Dividend Recapitalization

This strategy involves:

  • Taking out a loan against the holding company's assets or future cash flows.
  • Using the loan proceeds to pay a special dividend to shareholders.

This can provide a substantial one-time payout without selling company assets.

Sale-Leaseback Transactions

A holding company can:

  • Sell valuable assets (e.g., real estate) to investors.
  • Immediately lease back the same assets for continued use.

This generates a large cash influx while retaining use of the assets.

Royalty Financing

If the holding company owns intellectual property:

  • It can license this IP to subsidiaries or third parties.
  • This creates a steady stream of royalty income.

Intercompany Loans

The holding company can:

  • Lend money to its subsidiaries at favorable rates.
  • Generate interest income from these loans.

This strategy must be carefully structured to comply with tax regulations.

Investment Income

With significant stored value, the holding company can:

  • Invest in various financial instruments (stocks, bonds, etc.).
  • Generate regular investment income.

Partial Subsidiary Sales

The holding company might:

  • Sell a portion of its ownership in a subsidiary.
  • Retain control while generating cash from the sale.

Securitization

For companies with predictable cash flows:

  • Future income streams can be securitized.
  • This creates immediate cash while spreading the cost over time.

Corporate Bonds

A holding company with strong financials can:

  • Issue corporate bonds.
  • Use the proceeds for various purposes, including shareholder distributions.

Leveraged Recapitalization

This involves:

  • Taking on new debt to buy back shares or pay dividends.
  • Changing the company's capital structure to create shareholder value.

While these strategies can generate disposable income, they come with risks and potential tax implications. It's crucial to:

  • Consult with financial and legal experts before implementing any strategy.
  • Ensure all actions comply with relevant laws and regulations.
  • Consider the long-term impact on the company's financial health and stability.

Remember, responsible financial management is key to sustaining the value stored in the holding company over time.

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