Business
News and Views Roundup: Considering Our Country’s Future
A quick roundup of news and views as all 50 states have started to reopen and experts consider economic and political developments…
What are We Learning from This Global Pandemic?
In a matter of weeks, our world, our nation, and our communities have dramatically changed. How do we make sense of it…
Charitable Strategy: The Most Missed Element in Business Sales
It happens time and again. While most owners have 80-90% of their assets locked up inside of their business, it’s remarkable how unprepared…
41% of Owners Plan Business Exit, But Many Unprepared
A recent UBS Investor Watch study notes that a whopping 41% of business owners expect to exit their business within the next…
4 Traits of the Demi-Billionaire
What’s a demi-billionaire, and what does one look like? A demi-billionaire has a net worth of $500 million and up. The 2018…
8 of America’s Oldest Companies
There’s little doubt that in America we are attracted to the latest and greatest. It’s funny how often that new restaurant gets…
Friends Don’t Let Friends Sell Businesses
I speak often on the subject of giving and taxes. Probably more than 2 years ago, I spoke to some ministry leaders…
The #1 Mistake Made When Selling A Business
Scott (not his real name) came up to me at an event recently. He was excited when he told me somewhat breathlessly,…
Year-End Tax Strategy—Give Away Your Business—Part II
In my last blog, I wrote about how some business owners are dramatically increasing their giving. They are doing so by giving…
Year End Tax Strategy—Give Away Your Business—Part I
As we approach year end (can you believe it is only eight weeks away?), we are in the season where business owners…