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Sizing the Market

If you are putting together a business plan before approaching lenders, you’ll want to be specific in your calculations about your market share. Figuring it out takes time and research,…

Extending Credit To Your Customers

The marketplace is competitive. Prospective customers expect you to extend credit to them. However, is it the right decision for your business? Offering credit to your customers has its pros…

Accounts Receivable Analysis

Accounts receivable are monies owed to your business for goods or services delivered to a customer, but not yet paid for. Successful businesses collect money that is owed to them…

Valuing Your Business

At a certain point, every businessperson needs to know what his company is worth. While it might sound simple, accurate business valuation is quite complex. No prospective buyer is going…

Business Lines of Credit

Cash flow is an ongoing concern of most every business owner, whether they are just in the startup phase or have been in business for years. A business line of…

Naming Your Business

Your business name is usually a customer’s first introduction to you. Make a positive impression by picking a name that attracts attention and trust. It can be a hair-pulling process…

Lease or Buy Equipment

To lease or buy equipment: It can be a puzzling question for a startup or existing business. The answer, primarily, depends on your current and long-term needs and financial situation.…