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Thinking of selling your business? Better get started
To sell or not to sell? That is the question on the minds of business owners who didn’t sell their businesses in 2012 and are concerned about the possible impacts of rising taxes and other economic issues this year.
Family businesses require special handling to succeed
One of the greatest challenges of running family businesses is that they contain, well, family. Based on my experience working with and being a part of family businesses, I’ve learned that success requires everyone to work together harmoniously and as if they are not related.
Whatever you do, don’t be like Congress
For an example of how not to run a business, look no further than our U.S. Congress. Simply put, you don’t want to run your company like Congress runs the country.
Don’t let economic uncertainty prevent business decisions for 2013
Despite concerns, things are actually looking pretty good for the middle-market, but there are issues to keep in mind.
Financial planners struggle to meet clients’ fiscal cliff goals
South Florida financial planners are doing their best to deal with client demands for protection from so-called “fiscal cliff” issues, but some say options are very limited.
Factors to Consider when Shopping for a Business
It’s not enough to land any company. You need to search for one that’s right for you, at the right size and price.
Florida Trend: Deal Making
James Cassel and Scott Salpeter are two of South Florida’s best-known investment bankers. Their Miami-based Cassel Salpeter & Co. specializes in mid-market firms.
Business owners need to move beyond state of uncertainty
Companies have been known to postpone making major decisions as they wait to see what happens with elections and the economy.
Growing Your Business through Acquisition
Now is an interesting time to consider acquisitions. Baby boomers are beginning to retire, and their children may not have interest in the family business.
When Working with Relatives, Plan for the Unexpected
Family members can be great assets in a business, but to make it work, you need to face some harsh realities.
What Does Affordable Healthcare Act Mean for Business?
With all the debate surrounding the Affordable Care Act, one could easily get lost in the rhetoric and lose sight of the issue that’s important now: The law is here, whether you like it or not.
Obtaining Equity Capital in Today’s Market
Growing a company is seldom easy, and today’s economic environment doesn’t make it much easier. However, even in today’s economy, there are ways to raise equity capital.
Tips for Picking the Right Business Loan
The size of your business, the purpose of the loan and how you operate your firm play a big part in the type of loan that’s available and right for you.
Family Business Sales Can Be Emotional
Decisions about the future of a company can be a source of great stress and family conflict.
10 Tips to Consider Before Selling Your Business
As an investment banker who represents clients during the sale, merger and acquisition process, I frequently hear comments from those who regret not planning more carefully — or not planning early enough — for the sale of their businesses.
Small Business Owners Should be Aware of ‘Lender Fatigue’
Earlier this month, it was reported that Bank of America capped credit lines and restructured repayment plans for an undisclosed number of its small business customers.
A ‘Wish List’ to Spur Growth of Small Businesses
Turn on cable news, and it’s not long before a political candidate or a pundit tells us how small business growth is the key to a healthier economy.
Buyout Firms Expand and Prosper in Florida’s Environment
Leveraged buyout firms, private equity firms — call them what you want — these companies have dug their heels into the South Florida sand
Is it the Right Time to Sell Your Business? James Cassel Gives Factors to Consider
With talk of a double-dip recession, continued high unemployment, and a schizophrenic stock market, business owners contemplating selling their businesses might think they would be better off closing the doors and throwing away the key
Florida M&A Deals Likely Flat in 2011
Merger-and-acquisition activity in Florida may be flat this year, despite earlier expectations that it would exceed last year’s total