Business Value Can be Managed if the Business Owner Can Manage Themselves
If you read too many business magazines you might find yourself believing that creating a valuable business is more luck than skill. Business value can be managed and if you manage the value you will become more profitable. Small business owners often confuse business...
7 Business Evaluations and Appraisals to Determine Business Value
There are many circumstances where a formal Business Valuation is required. Business valuations are geographically influenced. A Business Valuation in Houston Texas might create a different value than a similar business in New York. Business Valuations are also known...
Business Valuation as it relates to Business Sale Price Calculation and Working Capital
Deciphering a Business Valuation may take an experienced analyst. General definition Current assets – current liabilities = Net Working Capital In most cases the valuation of a business does not include the net working capital of the business at the time of the...
Selling a Business: The C Corp to S Corp Dilemma?
Selling a business set up as a C corporation can have some very painful tax consequences. The following is not legal or tax advice. Consult with your CPA and/or attorney before taking any action Is your business a C Corporation? If yes, PLEASE READ THIS! Do you want...
Selling a Business in the NEXT Energy Boom
Those of us who work regularly in and around the oil & gas energy industry recognize the difficulties presented by the current depressed energy prices and its effect on energy services, production and exploration companies. We view the world through the process of...
Common Characteristics of Profitable Businesses
As a Business Broker I've had the opportunity to meet with and analyze more than 2,000 businesses. I have come to discover that there are 6 basic characteristics that are almost always found in profitable businesses. 6 Characteristics of Profitable Businesses: The...
Dan Elliott Appointed to the Peer Review Committee
Jan 2012 – At The semi-annual meeting in Las Vegas Dan Elliott was appointed to the Peer Review Committee of the Alliance of Merger & Acquisition Advisors,...
Business Library of Excellent Books
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