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How Do I Evaluate Multiple Offers in a Business Sale?
Comparing multiple offers in a business sale is not always an apples to apples comparison. Consider buyer intent, complex provisions and, ultimately, your goals. Read More
90 Second Lesson: What are BDCs? A Look at the Business Development Company Model
BDCs or Business Development Companies are investing vehicles for funding small businesses. How can BDC investing work for your portfolio? Read More
Banker, Broker or Sell it Yourself: Choosing the Right Method to Sell Your Company
If you don’t know how to sell a small business, you may find resources and expertise in an investment banker or broker, but it can come at a cost. Read More
Seller Financing a Business: How to Strengthen Your Deal
Seller financing a business is an often necessary way to tap more buyers, increase sale price and ease capital gains taxes. Here’s how to get the best deal. Read More
7 Key Elements of Employee Handbook Design
The employee handbook. Most businesses have them, but is yours effective? Read this guide to the 7 must-have elements of an employee handbook. Read More
Not Making Business Decisions = Making Bad Business Decisions
When Werner Co. faces growing pains, its president avoids making business decisions that could jeopardize the company—but his inaction is still a decision. Read More
6 Tips for Building a Better Marketing Team
To get the most from your marketing team or consultants, you must act as a leader. Follow these tips to get a better marketing team & reach your objectives. Read More
Breaking Up Is Hard to Do: Surviving a Business Divorce
A business divorce is sometimes inevitable, but it can be avoided. Precautionary measures and written agreements can aid in resolving partnership disputes when they occur. Read More
Trade Credit Insurance in COVID-19 Times
The COVID-19 pandemic has made the export credit insurance industry a seller’s market. Here’s what to expect of a trade credit insurance policy. Read More
IRC Tax Section 280E Update and Potential Tax “Loophole” for Cannabis Companies
Cannabis companies have felt the weight of IRC tax section 280E for a long time, but changes to the tax code may allow them to deduct from taxable income. Read More