Oct 29, 2019 | Business, Business Valuation, Small Business
Purchasing a business is a big decision. It starts with choosing the right business for you. There are several things you should first consider to help determine what business may be a good fit for you. Complete this exercise prior to exploring the market for...
Oct 23, 2019 | Business, Business Valuation
The transition of a business is potentially the most significant financial event for an owner. As such, knowing the value of the business is essential for an owner. Besides understanding the value, an owner must understand the factors that increase and decrease the...
Oct 16, 2019 | Business, Business Valuation, Exit Strategy, SBA Financing, Small Business
Financing a partnership buyout can be a tricky situation. By knowing your options and selecting the best fit, both the buyer and the seller can benefit. There are many ways to structure the financing of your partnership buyout. A few options include lump-sum payments,...
Oct 8, 2019 | Business, Financial Analysis, Small Business
Profitability ratios measure how well a company uses assets to generate profit. They can be based on sales, assets or equity. The higher the ratio the more profitable to the company. Ratios may include gross profit margin, operating margin, net margin, return on...
Oct 3, 2019 | Business, Business Plan, Exit Strategy, Small Business, Value Enhancement
Each year, thousands of businesses change ownership. Yet, many owners don’t maximize the financial proceeds from this historic event. This event is a one-time opportunity to monetize the years invested in the business. One of the primary reasons why business owners...
Oct 1, 2019 | Business, Business Valuation, Financial Analysis, Small Business
Solvency ratios measure the sustainability of the business’s capital structure. These ratios show a company’s ability to pay off long-term obligations to creditors, bondholders, and banks. Business valuations use financial analysis to determine the value of a company....