Why don’t banks lend to businesses that need money? That’s a question I have been asked many times and wondered for the first several years of my business life.  There is a secret formula they use to determine who is eligible for a loan.  It’s a compounded answer to make things a bit more difficult. ... Read More

Over the past few weeks, we’ve shared practical ways to safeguard your business and personal assets when facing judgments, tax liens, and lawsuits. From incorporation to working strategically with secured parties, the goal has been the same: position yourself so you can negotiate from strength, not desperation. In this final installment, we’ll cover a couple... Read More

In Part 2, we talked about the importance of incorporating and protecting yourself through proper structure and secured lending. But incorporation is only one layer of defense. Another key to surviving judgments, tax liens, and lawsuits is knowing how to work with secured creditors, especially your bank. Many business owners see the bank as the... Read More

Every entrepreneur faces risks—some visible, some hidden. While most think their business is untouchable, the reality is that judgments, tax liens, and lawsuits are common hurdles that can threaten even the most careful business owner. The key isn’t to fear them—it’s to plan and protect yourself before they become a problem. Understanding the rules and... Read More

Judgments, tax liens and lawsuits all have one thing in common; those who control them are after your assets.  If you don’t have assets the tables are turned and actually lean in your favor.  Every day in business is a risk, no different than being in the stock or commodities market.  It is a risk for... Read More

Want the cheapest fix for your business? You’ll get exactly what you pay for. These days, anyone can call themselves a financial consultant. No licenses are required. No qualifications. No accountability. It’s a wide-open field, and that means a lot of people offering “help” are actually just guessing.   Some were loan brokers last year. Some... Read More

Financial terminology can get confusing fast but understanding the basics is key to making solid business decisions.  QuickBooks put together a clear, straightforward guide that’s worth a read: Glossary of the most important financial terms to know. Whether you’re just getting started or brushing up on the basics, this guide is worth bookmarking. From cash flow... Read More

How you structure your business matters. Yet most businesses rarely receive solid advice on how to structure their assets properly. As a result, they unintentionally put themselves at risk by making common mistakes—like placing all assets under one entity, authorizing a spouse as an officer or bank signer, or neglecting private estate planning. Read on... Read More

We hear this all the time: “I’ve got an accountant — I’m covered.”  Most business owners assume their accountant has them covered, and they do… for taxes. But they report what already happened. Our Monthly Analytics Program shows you what to do next.  MAP (Monthly Analytics Program) turns your business numbers into real, usable strategy with... Read More

Last week, we told you how to make your business profitable with what’s called a “Zero Base Budget”. This week we’ll show you exactly how to implement it. The first step is to figure out how much money you have to work with. The number one stipulation is going to be that the business can... Read More