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The Essential Guide to Valuing Your CPA Firm or Accounting Practice (Firms up to $5mm)
“What is the fair market value of my firm?” is the largest question we receive when contacted by accounting and tax practitioners considering a sale. Taking
How Can You Prepare To Sell Your CPA Firm in a Buyers Market?
For many years, the business sales and acquisitions market within the accounting industry has been controlled by sellers. There have consistently been myriad buyers vying for
Differentiation in the M&A Market for Accounting and CPA Firms
The accounting and CPA acquisition market has officially shifted from a seller’s market to a buyer’s market. There are still buyers out there, but the industry
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How to Approach Your Employees About a Business Sale
Selling a business is typically a very positive event for the owner(s). This is the time to cash in on the years of hard work
Transition Planning for Family-Owned Businesses
Family-owned businesses are the backbone of the U.S. economy. According to the Conway Center for Family Business, they account for nearly 65% of the U.S.
Can You Purchase a Business With No Money Down
Millions of aspiring entrepreneurs have a dream of being in business for themselves. In today’s economy, however, it can be difficult to put aside enough
In-Demand Businesses You Can Start
Now is the perfect time to get started working toward your entrepreneurial dream. And today more than ever, there are countless business opportunities designed to
Be an Entrepreneur and Start a Business
At the start of every year, we make resolutions to bring about change in our lives. Changing careers is a common resolution. However, it is
Questions to Ask Before Hiring a Business Broker
The New Year is upon us, and along with it comes numerous resolutions/goals individuals make. For some, 2017 might be the year they finally start
Outlook for CPAs and Accounting Firms in 2017
During the final two months of 2016, the stock market rose exponentially and consumer confidence was the highest it has been in several years. Much
What New Government Policies Mean for Entrepreneurs
As new government policies start to go into effect in Washington D.C., entrepreneurs need to be aware of what these policies for their businesses. For
Tax Advantages of Owning a Small Business
There are numerous reasons to consider becoming an entrepreneur. In today’s uncertain economy, this may be one of the best career paths; because it gives
Legal Steps to Starting Your Own Business
Becoming an entrepreneur is an exciting step. And while many individuals have the drive and passion to go into business for themselves, some do not
Reasons to Start a Business
Today’s economy is uncertain, and the future is difficult to predict. Many believe that in an increasingly digitized age, machines will gradually take the place
What Does It Take to Start Your Own Accounting Firm
Many CPAs start out working for a larger organization or accounting firm. This is a good way to get acclimated to your new profession, because
Future Looks Bright for Smaller Accounting Firms
There are over 40,000 CPA firms in the United States, and the vast majority of them would be classified as small firms; meaning they have
Pros and Cons of Starting a Business or Buying a Business
There are numerous ways to become an entrepreneur in today’s information age. For example, there are countless businesses that can be started in industries that
Questions to Ask When Buying a Business
Becoming a business owner is a major step. If you get into the right business, it could be one of the greatest decisions you ever
Reasons to Consider a Mobile App for Your CPA Firm
The digital landscape is rapidly changing. For example, today, more than half of all internet connections are made via mobile devices such as tablets or
5 Questions to Ask Before Selling Your Business
Selling a business is a major life decision, and one that should not be rushed. If you are thinking about exiting the business you have
Increasing the Value of Your Business For Sale
For the past few decades, a single paradigm has dominated most of corporate America: that employee compensation (wages, but also benefit packages and other wage-equivalent