Why You Should Buy a Business (and How to Do It)
By Recently, I heard about Richard S Ruback and Royce Yukoff’s course at Harvard Business School on Buying a Business and running it as CEO. It’s an enormously popular class and has given rise to a new breed of search funds…
Full ArticleRecession is inevitable – are you prepared?
Recently, many small business owners have been worrying about the next recession. We are currently in the longest economic expansion stretch in history that has lasted over a decade, and it is only natural for savvy entrepreneurs to question when…
Full Article5 Must-Ask Questions Buying a Chinese Restaurant in Boston
According to local foodies, the Chinese restaurant industry in Boston has evolved immensely in recent years. In fact, the Chinese food in Boston has almost become a food category of its own called “Boston Chinese.” If you’re interested in joining…
Full ArticleWhat to Consider Before Buying a Bar
Purchasing a Providence or Boston-area business is a serious decision with many factors to consider, especially if you’re interested in buying a bar in Boston or Providence. Being a barkeep isn’t just about creating craft cocktails and knocking back a…
Full ArticleImpact of 2017 tax changes to Company Valuation
The recent changes in US tax code for corporate taxes were long overdue, and will create a significant impact in valuation by affecting cash-flows, growth, and the cost of capital, thus creating winners and losers among different sectors and businesses….
Full ArticleHow to Value a Beauty Salon
The beauty salon industry is booming, which is wonderful news if you’re looking to sell your salon. With an upward swing over the last five years, the time to sell your salon is now. To begin the selling process, you…
Full ArticleHow does the PE of a Public Company compare with a Private Company – Are Private Companies priced fairly?
I was recently asked about the comparison between the valuation of public companies and small, private companies. Specifically, the question was, “how does the PE multiple of a large public company compare with the multiple of a small privately-owned company…
Full ArticleBest Boston Franchise Opportunities of 2017
Franchise businesses are a fantastic way for those with an entrepreneurial spirit to become their own boss. While franchisees are able to set their own schedule and manage all of the day-to-day operations, they benefit from a proven business plan,…
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