by Steven Beal | Mar 12, 2018 | Blog, The Beal Blog
Many start-ups have limited marketing budgets. But you can advertise inexpensively, if you apply some creativity. Start by determining you marketing goals – keeping them practical and realistic – then determine which low-cost marketing options will best help you... by Steven Beal | Mar 6, 2018 | Blog, The Beal Blog
The key element in selling your business for maximum value is ensuring you own a business and not just a job. The biggest deal breaker when you want to sell your business is how involved/important the owner is to the successful operation and profitability of that... by Steven Beal | Mar 6, 2018 | Blog, The Beal Blog
Accounts receivable may or may not be part of a sale, for reasons similar to cash, as discussed last week. Where it is left in, it is typically matched up with the payables (i.e., the buyer takes over the receivables, and pays the payables). Specific things to look... by Steven Beal | Mar 1, 2018 | Blog, The Beal Blog
Most business owners struggle with cash flow. This is especially true with new and with growing businesses. As long as you are growing, cash flow can be a challenge – if you double in sales, you could double in cash requirements. Last year’s profit probably... by Steven Beal | Feb 21, 2018 | Blog, The Beal Blog
Like many people, I often get asked “So, what is it you do?” I usually start with a high-level overview, such as “I help people buy, sell, value, and improve their business.” If pressed, I elaborate on each of the areas I listed, because each dimension has its...