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The Risks of Under-Reporting Income for Business Owners

One of the most critical questions for prospective buyers, investors, and lenders is understanding a business’s true income. However, it should come as no surprise that the party most invested in uncovering this information is the Internal Revenue Service (IRS). Why is determining a business’s real income so difficult? While financial records should provide a clear picture, business owners often … Read More »

Understanding the Odds of Selling a Business

When it comes to buying or selling a business, we often get asked two common questions: “How many businesses are for sale?” and “What percentage of businesses on the market actually sell?” To get a sense of the market, it’s important to break things down by business category. The industries that make up the majority of small to mid-sized business sales include: manufacturing, wholesale trade, … Read More »

Disruptive Factors in Selling Your Business

At some point, every business owner will need to think about selling his or her business. This means you’ll need to be ready to overcome a range of obstacles, as the process of selling a business can be both confusing and time-consuming. This is especially true for those who have not gone through the process before. Let’s turn our attention to some of the key reasons why deals can fall … Read More »

The Entrepreneur: Understanding Strengths and Weaknesses

Entrepreneurs are typically dynamic and driven individuals who play a critical role in driving innovation. However, to succeed, they must leverage their strengths while being mindful of their weaknesses. By understanding both, entrepreneurs can maximize their potential and build more sustainable businesses. Strengths of Entrepreneurs Flexibility and Positive Attitudes Entrepreneurs are highly … Read More »

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