Mckinsey and Company

MARCH 7, 2022

McKinsey research shows that adoption of IoT technologies has increased exponentially the past five years—but successful implementation still eludes some. Here’s how to get it right.

Technology 136

Technology 136

Appraisers Blog

MARCH 7, 2022

The study also shows the appraisal was the LOWEST scored item on the list of discriminatory practices… On February 23, 2022, NAR published the “2022 Snapshot of Race and Home Buying in America” report. The study examines homeownership trends and challenges by race and location to explain current racial disparities in the housing market. Using data from the 2021 Profile of Home Buyers and Sellers, the report looks at the characteristics of who purchases homes, why they purchase, what they purchas

Comps 110

Comps Appraisal Marketability 110

Benchmark Report

MARCH 11, 2022

Benchmark International’s client Discount Fence USA, an Austin-based full-service fencing installation and repair company, has sold to two high-net-worth individuals. Discount Fence USA is the largest residential fence contractor in Central Texas. The company offers services to residential clients and home builders in Central Texas and commercial clients in Texas statewide.

Marketability 98

Marketability 98

Sun Acquisitions

MARCH 8, 2022

One of the first questions a seller often asks is, “What documents are needed to sell a business?”. It’s a great question and one that we’re more than happy to answer. We’ve split the required documents as follows: A checklist of the legal documents needed to sell a business. A checklist of the financial documents needed to sell a business. It’s worth noting that you might not need all the documents presented on these checklists.

Finance 98

Finance Marketability 98

Speaker: Susan Spencer, Principal of Spencer Communications

Intent signal data can go a long way toward shortening sales cycles and closing more deals. The challenge is deciding which is the best type of intent data to help your company meet its sales and marketing goals. In this webinar, Susan Spencer, fractional CMO and principal of Spencer Communications, will unpack the differences between contact-level and company-level intent signals.

Marketability

Mckinsey and Company

MARCH 9, 2022

Nearly half of the employees who voluntarily left the workforce during the pandemic aren’t coming back on their own. Employers must go and get them. Here’s how to start.

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128

Appraisers Blog

MARCH 9, 2022

“…if you the appraiser are not required to inspect the property yourself, don’t you want to have a more detailed diagram of the home, i.e., a Floor Plan?” There’s been lots of discussion on various forums, classes, Facebook, blogs, podcasts, surveys, articles, etc., about the upcoming ‘demands’ by ONE of the GSE’s to measure using ANSI Standard Z765-2021, and by both GSE’s to provide a Floor Plan for certain assignments.

Appraisal 89

Appraisal 89

Sun Acquisitions

MARCH 8, 2022

Sun Acquisitions is pleased to announce the successful acquisition of a profitable residential landscaping business, American Lawn & Landscape Co. The business is based in the Greater Chicago area. The business provides home landscaping services to residential customers. These services include: landscape installations, snow removal, lawn mowing and maintenance, weed control, and many more.

Marketability 98

Marketability 98

Mckinsey and Company

MARCH 9, 2022

Senior executives at leading companies reveal their commitment to move from defensive risk management to a forward-looking stance based on strategic resilience.

Corporate Finance 115

Corporate Finance Finance 115

The Guardian M&A

MARCH 11, 2022

Nick Candy and Hansjörg Wyss among interested parties before owner Roman Abramovich sanctioned UK imposes sanctions on Roman Abramovich Thomas Tuchel insists it is ‘business as usual’ at Chelsea Billionaires interested in buying Chelsea Football Club have been told to approach the UK government with potential takeover proposals, after the sanctioning of its current oligarch owner, Roman Abramovich.

Equity 98

Equity 98

Benchmark Report

MARCH 8, 2022

Ray Engineering is a multi-disciplinary consulting firm specializing in civil, structural, and forensic engineering services. The company focuses on all facets of construction projects and serves both commercial and residential clients. Ray Engineering is headquartered in Norcross, Georgia.

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98

Speaker: Wayne Spivak - President and Chief Financial Officer of SBA * Consulting LTD, Industry Writer, and Public Speaker

The old adages that "cash is king" and "you can’t spend profits" still hold true today. But however well-known these sayings might be, it requires a change in mindset to properly implement a cash flow management system that predicts your business's runaway as accurately as possible. Key to this new mindset is understanding the difference between the Statement of Cash Flows, a historical look at the source and uses of cash, and the Cash Flow Statement, which uses transaction history and forward-l

Corporate Finance

Concannon Miller

MARCH 8, 2022

The National Restaurant Association is urging the IRS to release crucial Employee Retention Credits to the pandemic-stricken industry. Many restaurants that applied for ERC have not received the federal funds. A recent poll found 83 percent of operators who applied for the tax credit over six months ago still have not received any funds. “The ERC has been a critical recovery tool for hundreds of thousands of restaurants, but far too many are still waiting for their refund from the federal govern

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98

Mckinsey and Company

MARCH 8, 2022

Industry slowed in January amid high inflation and recent pandemic measures; trade remained buoyant; the Russian government’s invasion of Ukraine is causing a humanitarian crisis and economic risks.

Corporate Finance 100

Corporate Finance Finance 100

The Guardian M&A

MARCH 9, 2022

British bus operator makes U-turn on £1.9bn proposal and agrees deal with fund managed by German firm DWS The British bus operator Stagecoach has dropped its support for a £1.9bn merger with National Express, instead agreeing to be taken over by a big German infrastructure fund in a £595m deal. In a sudden U-turn, Stagecoach said it was recommending a sale to the fund managed by DWS Infrastructure for 105p a share in cash, and has withdrawn support for the National Express bid.

Marketability 97

Marketability 97

Benchmark Report

MARCH 7, 2022

Earnout Agreements have become increasingly routine in deal structures over the last several years as they are most widely used during times of political and/or economic uncertainty. The earnout payment is additional compensation paid in the future to the seller after the business is sold. An earnout agreement can help bridge a valuation gap or encourage the former owner to remain for a longer period of time following the close of the sale.

EBITDA 98

EBITDA 98

Speaker: Joe Apfelbaum, CEO of Ajax Union

In this webinar, Joe Apfelbaum, CEO of Ajax Union and business strategist, will take you through the ABCs of intent data. You'll learn how to effectively use it to drive business results, with practical tips on how to leverage both company and contact intent data to maximize your marketing efforts. Whether you're a seasoned marketer or just getting started, this webinar is a must-attend for anyone looking to stay ahead in the ever-evolving world of digital marketing.

Marketability

ThomsonReuters

MARCH 11, 2022

It may be one of the oldest digital technologies in existence, but there’s no denying that the business and accounting worlds still heavily rely on email. The incredible power of email lies in the fact that it’s fast, free, and accessible to practically anyone. Unfortunately, this is also its greatest downfall, as the internet is now drowning in the weight of its most overused application.

Accounting Firms 95

Accounting Firms Start-ups Technology 95

Rhythm Systems

MARCH 7, 2022

At Rhythm Systems, we are so excited to be hosting our annual Breakthrough Conference right here in our hometown! From the beautiful weather to the delicious food to the unique neighborhoods to the warm people, we love Charlotte, NC, and we think you'll love it, too. Of course, we hope you'll come to our conference to network with other middle market leaders, learn from our world-class subject matter experts and keynote speakers , work on solving business problems with your team, learn how to ma

Marketability 94

Marketability 94

Truelytics

MARCH 9, 2022

Modern Financial Advisor Podcast ·. Episode 77 - How RIAs Can Avoid A High RON By Investing In A Few Cybersecurity Basics. Cybersecurity is something most clients take for granted when it comes to their finances. They expect that their banking and brokerage accounts are secure. They assume that regulators and the financial institutions themselves are doing everything they can to keep their money safe.

Banking 92

Banking Finance Technology 92

Benchmark Report

MARCH 9, 2022

Benchmark International successfully facilitated the transaction of a private duty home healthcare company, providing services for elderly client patients, and hospice firms. The company also provides hospice staff placement to third-party hospice and healthcare providers.

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97

Mckinsey and Company

MARCH 10, 2022

The COVID-19 pandemic has highlighted longstanding health and social inequities in healthcare and raised the urgent question of how health equity can be achieved.

Equity 93

Equity 93

N Contracts

MARCH 10, 2022

Examiners can postpone examinations if a major disaster strikes a financial institution, but when exam time finally comes, that institution’s business continuity plans , response, and post-disaster risk management will be major points of discussion and may even impact its CAMELS or ROCA rating.

Banking 86

Banking Compliance 86

NYT M&A

MARCH 10, 2022

A group of progressive senators and House members urged federal officials to scrutinize the plan, saying it could harm travelers and workers.

Mergers & Acquisitions 98

Mergers & Acquisitions 98

Benchmark Report

MARCH 10, 2022

Benchmark International’s K.L. Durham Construction, dba Performance Equipment Service, a San Antonio, Texas-based company that is a leader in the provision of soil stabilization and milling support services to contractors with projects in Texas, has successfully sold to Mid-State Restoration headquartered in Lakeville, Minnesota. Performance Equipment Service serves contractors across the state of Texas, specializing in highways and city and county roads and projects for airport runways, automot

Marketability 93

Marketability Technology 93

Mckinsey and Company

MARCH 10, 2022

Brian Klaas, who spoke to some of the world’s most corrupt people, says we need to rethink the way we select our leaders.

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Brian DeChesare

MARCH 9, 2022

Ask tech and healthcare bankers and many entrepreneurs what they really want, and they’ll often cite venture capital as their long-term goal. Or, more specifically, they want to become Venture Capital Partners. The VC Partner is arguably the best “senior job” in finance: you sit on a private island atop a pile of cash, altcoins, and NFTs…. …you drink piña coladas served to you by mermaids and unicorns….

Finance 83

Finance Start-ups Equity Marketability 83

Machen McChesney

MARCH 8, 2022

Here are some facts you should know. In today’s economy, many small businesses are strapped for cash. They may find it beneficial to barter or trade for goods and services instead of paying cash for them. Bartering is the oldest form of trade, and the internet has made it easier to engage with other businesses. But if your business gets involved in bartering, be aware that the fair market value of goods that you receive in bartering is taxable income.

Fair Market Value 72

Fair Market Value Marketability 72

The Guardian M&A

MARCH 11, 2022

Market value increases by nearly £1bn as Apollo considers improved cash offer after £6.4bn deal rejected Pearson’s market value jumped by as much as a fifth after a US private equity group said it was considering making an improved cash offer after the educational publisher’s rejection of a potential deal worth more than £6.4bn. News of the possible offer from Apollo sent shares in Pearson, which is finally emerging from a seven-year slump marked by a string of profit warnings and a record £2.6b

Equity 72

Equity Marketability 72

Mckinsey and Company

MARCH 11, 2022

Companies need better tools to tackle rising prices. CEOs can look for them across their business operations.

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108

Butcher Joseph & Co.

MARCH 7, 2022

In today’s competitive market, many business owners receive unsolicited offers. With a competitive offer in hand, it may be tempting to try to negot. The post Thinking of Selling Your Company? Here’s Why You Should Hire an Advisor appeared first on ButcherJoseph & Co.

Marketability 72

Marketability 72

Machen McChesney

MARCH 7, 2022

Millions of people are unaware of how their personal data is being collected, used, or shared in our increasingly digital society. As a business, it’s more important than ever to have a data privacy strategy to protect customers and employees and remain compliant with applicable regulations.

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ThomsonReuters

MARCH 10, 2022

QUESTION: Our company is considering offering COVID-19 testing and vaccinations to employees at our offices. Will this arrangement be considered an ERISA plan? ANSWER: Whether a program offering COVID-19 testing, vaccinations, or both is subject to ERISA depends on how it is structured and how it operates. In general, an arrangement is an ERISA welfare benefit plan if it is a plan, fund, or program established or maintained by an employer to provide ERISA-listed benefits (including medical ben

Compliance 59

Compliance 59

Mckinsey and Company

MARCH 8, 2022

A better understanding of the remedies that antitrust regulators may hand down in a large merger or acquisition could help executives improve their management of such deals.

Corporate Finance 83

Corporate Finance Mergers & Acquisitions Finance 83

NYT M&A

MARCH 11, 2022

When the merger is complete, the newly formed Warner Bros. Discovery will be one of the largest media companies in the United States.

Mergers & Acquisitions 74

Mergers & Acquisitions 74

Private Funds CFO

MARCH 10, 2022

Oaktree's parent company, Brookfield, has opened another front in its expansion strategy, having entered the real estate and infrastructure secondaries markets beginning in 2020.

Equity 52

Equity Marketability Finance 52

IBG Business

MARCH 11, 2022

By: Jim Afinowich. Virtually any company may become an acquisition target of these sophisticated, well-heeled buyers known as “PEGs.” When it comes to business sales in the mid-market, one of the most important considerations is who your potential buyer will be. Your buyer may be a similar business. It may be the same size as your company, somewhat larger, or a major industry player.

Equity 52

Equity Marketability Finance 52