Small Business Financial Reporting: Case Study on Current Trends and Impacts Case Study: The Sale That Almost Didn’t Happen In 2023, a small manufacturing business with an annual $1 million hit the market. On the surface, the business seemed like a great opportunity: it had a loyal customer base, steady cash flow, and significant growth potential. However, enthusiasm quickly waned
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Business Sales and Acquisitions: Valuation Tips and Marketing Strategies Karl Barham from Transworld Business Advisors of Atlanta Peachtree and Max Fortune delves into the intricacies of selling a business, offering invaluable insights for business owners considering this significant step. Top 3 Tips from the Discussion: Understand Your Business Valuation: It's crucial to have a c
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The Importance of an Estate Plan in Preparing for a Future Business Exit Introduction For small business owners, the future exit from their business is often a pivotal moment in their financial and personal lives. Whether the exit involves selling the business, passing it on to family members, or merging with another company, a well-prepared exit strategy can ensure that the transition is smooth
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When MBA graduates think about their career paths, two dominant options often emerge: pursuing a traditional corporate career in consulting, investment banking, or private equity, or diving into entrepreneurship through acquisition (EtA). Both paths offer unique opportunities, but which is the best choice for building long-term wealth? And, more importantly, which path presents greater risk over t
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Why Business Owners Should Consider Seller Financing: Pros, Cons, and What the Research Says When it comes to selling a business, many owners are faced with a critical decision: should they offer seller financing as part of the deal? Seller financing is when the seller agrees to finance part or all of the sale price, allowing the buyer to make payments over time, typically with interest. This fin
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Think like a Buyer / Investor: A Guide to What Your Business Is Worth The number one question I’m asked, is what is my business worth? It’s a question every business owner has on their mind. Maybe it is because they want to sell, perhaps they are just curious. And it should be a simple answer, but unfortunately, it’s not. First, we should st
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SBA To Begin Accepting Shuttered Venue Operators Grant Applications April 8 SBA provide relief with $16.2 billion for venues, theatres, and more Local venues can apply for this SBA grant starting April 8th 2021 at 12pm. Check out this press release for more information... Shutter Venue Grant Press Release Shuttered Venue Operators Grant (SVOG) application portal Follo
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The Silver Tsunami Impact on Business Sales Baby Boomers was the namesake given to the large generation of babies born following World War II, between the years of 1946 and 1964. In 2021 this generation is made up of people between the ages of 57 and 75. As the Baby Boomer population grew into adulthood they became known for their wealth, social activity, and physical fitness especially w
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The Capitalist Sage Podcast: Working ON Your Business and Setting Annual Goalswith Karl Barham and Rico Figliolini On this episode of the Capitalist Sage, Karl and Rico are joined by Brian Sulka from Provisus Partners. Sulka is here to share some knowledge about the Entrepreneurs' Operating System (EOS) and help you figure out the role you need to play in your business journey.
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When considering selling your business, it is crucial that the potential sale remains confidential. Having employees, customers and vendors learn of a possible sale can have devastating consequences on the business. For instance, customers may leave, employees may seek out other opportunities and the valuation of your business may decrease. These problems may weaken your bargaining position as you
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HOW TO INCREASE THE VALUE OF YOUR BUSINESS, GROW IT AND SELL IT. Every small business owner needs know how to increase the value of your business to grow and sell it. Check out a recent discussion on the Capital Sage Podcast with Andy Cagnetta President and CEO of Transworld Business Advisors, the world largest business brokerage firm with offices all over the world. Preparing a
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Small business owners do not have the cushion of IPOs and board members to fall back on. In fact, many of these businesses do not have million-dollar investors knocking on their doors for the latest advancement in tech. Small business owners are everyday people – with common, everyday anxieties. A new year can often feel like a fresh start, but in some cases, it can feel like the beginnings
Industry Spotlight: Retail Businesses Optimistic is the word most retail business owners used to describe their outlook for growth when they answered market research company CIT's 2016 Survey of Middle Market Retailers. The survey, conducted by Harris Poll, found that 80% of retail businesses of various sizes say their overall financial condition is healthy or very healthy - a huge increase over
SMART BUSINESS OWNERS PLAN THEIR EXIT STRATEGY How can I maximize the value of my business? As a Transworld Business Brokerage, we are asked this question frequently. In this section, we will discuss the steps and strategies that a business owner can employ when preparing to sell a business. The key is preparation – the better prepared your exit strategy is, the higher t
Industry Spotlight: Salons Owning a salon is the ideal enterprise for entrepreneurs who enjoy making customers feel great about themselves. Because a significant portion of the consumer population rarely sacrifices spending on personal appearance and grooming even in hard economic times, the salon industry is virtually recession-proof. With fashion at its center, the salon industry further offers
It may come as no surprise that the pizza industry is fast-growing and extremely popular among consumers. With taste and quality being among the most important qualities when choosing a restaurant, of 68,950 restaurant goers, 47% actually stated that reasonably priced food outranked food quality (30%) and type of cuisine (25%). Studies conducted in the United States showed 18.5 billion of 45.1 bil
Industry Spotlight: Craft Businesses The craft industry includes goods that are handmade by artisans or those skilled in a particular trade. According to the Craft & Hobby Association, the craft industry includes businesses engaged in the design, creation, distribution, and sales of products. During the recession, when many other retail sectors declined, the craft and hobby industry held steady a
Why Working With a Business Broker to Sell your Business Matters Business brokers, also called business transfer agents, or intermediaries, bring many benefits to the table for buyers and sellers as they assist in the process of buying and selling a business. Transworld Business Advisors is a global network of brokers offering a turnkey solution for those that want to build a solid
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Following trends is not just about hashtags and designer labels. Market research for entrepreneurs and business owners can make all of the difference when on the hunt for the next big purchase. Market research is conducted to get into the psyche of the consumer - what makes someone more or less inclined to purchase your product or service? Once a business owner understands this, it can impro
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2020 Small Business Trends for Investors In order to predict business trends in 2020, one must reflect on the previous year. As we enter into the first months of this new year, let’s take a look at some of the fastest-growing new industries in the United States. Wind Turbine Installation Automated Guided Vehicle Manufacturing Solar Power Social Networking Platf
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