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Yes, Cash Flow is Important

Martinka Consulting

For PE firms, cash flow, EBITDA, and low cap ex are very important.” Cash flow – one of my rules for both business buyers and sellers is, “Cash (and cash flow) is King.” ” Small businesses need timely cash flow. It’s like, “Well duh!”

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How I Became a Millionaire as an Independent Consultant

Successful Independent Consulting

Yet my bank account says I’m a millionaire. How can other self-employed consultants become wealthy too? Reflecting on my years as an independent consultant, I’ve boiled it down to five keys to success. Five Steps to Becoming a Millionaire Consultant 1. As an independent consultant, cash flow is erratic.

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Unleashing Business Startup Success With Startup Consultants

Business Consulting Agency

That’s where business startup consultants and their expertise through consulting services play a pivotal role. Learn how working with a business startup consultant can significantly improve the chances of success in a startup venture. Unleashing business startup success with startup consultants.

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All You Need to Know About COVID Era Banking

Martinka Consulting

From June 4-10 Jessica and I interviewed bankers representing eight Puget Sound area banks.* This memo is a synopsis of those conversations about what’s going on in banking during the COVID crisis, with a focus on business acquisition loans. First, all the banks are, “Open for business” meaning they are considering making loans.

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Cash Flow Relief for Independent Consultants: the CARES Act & Other Ideas

Successful Independent Consulting

For us as consultants, the effects are likely to be more gradual but our income will likely be affected. This article explains your options for cash-flow relief, whether you need it immediately or in the near future, and how to get it. The PPP loans will also be available through most major banks in the coming weeks.

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Setting Up a Foundation for Consulting Success

Successful Independent Consulting

This article covers two sides of the same coin for independent consultants: how to set up your business for success and what expenses to track to pay less tax. Note: I know many established independent consultants who could benefit from this info! They're interrelated. Let’s tackle the tax question first.

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Asset Management – Valuation (Part 2 of 4)

Tom Spencer

There are a couple of reasons for this: Asset managers can see cash flow and earnings fluctuate wildly with markets. For alternative asset managers such as hedge funds, their cash flows may be cut by more than half as profits fall and they collect a smaller fee from their profit participation agreements.