Buy-sells for builders: Review your valuation provision
Does your construction business have multiple owners? If so, a buy-sell agreement is a must — and its valuation provision plays a major role. Here’s what you need to know.
Take control of working capital
How efficiently does cash flow through your business? The answer may be hiding in your receivables, inventory and payables. Learn what to monitor and how to manage working capital more effectively.
Which products really drive your business’s profits?
Product-level analysis can support your business’s pricing, purchasing, marketing and inventory decisions. We discuss using data to determine which products are profitable — and which aren’t.
Plan before expanding your nonprofit’s staff
A new hire can lighten the load — but also create a significant financial commitment. Here’s what your nonprofit should consider before expanding its staff.
Understanding deferred taxes: Why book income and taxable income don’t always match
Deferred tax accounting may seem like an issue for large public companies. But as your business grows, its reporting needs may become more complex. Learn when the rules apply and how deferred taxes can affect your financial statements.
Give executive fraud risk your full attention
To help prevent occupational fraud perpetrated by executives, businesses must stay vigilant. Here’s how to prevent these employees from overriding even strong internal controls.
Corporate volunteer programs: Finding the right fit for your nonprofit
Need more helping hands? Corporate volunteer programs could be a good fit for your nonprofit. Learn how to find the right partners and turn one-time support into lasting relationships.
Debits and credits: A practical guide for business owners
Debits and credits may sound like accounting jargon, but understanding the basics can help you make sense of your books. Here’s how double-entry accounting keeps everything in balance.
Is your nonprofit ready for a capital campaign?
A capital campaign can turn your nonprofit’s big plans into reality — but preparation is key. Find out what to consider before launching your campaign.
How a lockbox (or other) service can benefit accounts receivable
Does your business receive a large volume of paper checks? If so, a bank lockbox may make sense. But there are other options to help improve your accounts receivable function and reduce fraud risk.
Why (and how) your nonprofit should cultivate relationships with major donors
Major gifts rarely result from a nonprofit’s single request. First, you need to build trust with affluent donors and engage their advisors.
Making smarter capital investment decisions
Major investment projects might be on your radar as you consider year-end tax strategies or develop your 2027 budget. Learn how financial projections and capital budgeting tools can help you evaluate investment opportunities.