When it comes to selling a business, San Diego business owners have two primary options: asset sales and stock (or share) sales. Whether you are a business buyer or seller, contact San Diego Corporate Law for a consultation to discuss your business sale options.Court ordered Asset sale. Form 8594 is a tax document required in certain business sales where the buyer acquires assets rather than stock or equity. Asset sales are types of business transaction where buyers purchase assets from a business, and the sellers retain legal ownership of the company.