Renaldo Inc. wishes to acquire Messi Corporation but is uncertain which would be the best method to use to accomplish this. Messi has substantial debt due to back taxes and also debt due to unprofitable business decisions. Unfortunately Messi Corporation has been highly undercapitalized. Renaldo is deciding between a stock purchase and an asset purchase and seeks your opinion on the matter. What would you tell them about their options?

Renaldo Inc. wishes to acquire Messi Corporation but is uncertain which would be the best method to use to accomplish this. Messi has substantial debt due to back taxes and also debt due to unprofitable business decisions. Unfortunately Messi Corporation has been highly undercapitalized. Renaldo is deciding between a stock purchase and an asset purchase and seeks your opinion on the matter. What would you tell them about their options?

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