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Three Discounted Cash Flow Models That Show ESG’s Impact on Valuation
While ESG is often discussed in theoretical or policy terms, its impact on valuation can be modeled with surprising clarity. Using the...

Miranda Kishel
May 2


Valuation for Litigation: When It’s Legally Required
When legal disputes involve a business, a valuation isn’t always optional—it’s often legally required. Whether you're facing a divorce, shareholder dispute, or economic damages case, the court may need an independent, defensible business valuation to determine damages, divide assets, or assess financial interests.

Miranda Kishel
May 2


Business Valuation for SBA Loans: Why It Matters and How to Get It Right
If you're a small business owner applying for an SBA 7(a) or 504 loan—particularly when acquiring a business or using business assets as collateral—you’ll likely need a formal business valuation.

Miranda Kishel
May 2


Business Valuation vs. Calculation of Value: What’s the Difference and Which Do You Need?
Understanding the difference between a business valuation and a calculation of value helps you avoid overpaying for services you don’t need—or worse, under-preparing for high-stakes decisions.

Miranda Kishel
May 2


What Is A Business Growth Consultant And How Can They Help Your Company
A business growth consultant is a professional who can help you make sense of the financial maze. They can guide you in making informed decisions that will drive your business growth.

Miranda Kishel
May 2


How to Value a CPA Firm Properly
Whether you're considering selling your firm or planning for strategic growth, a proper valuation can guide your decisions.

Miranda Kishel
May 2


Do I Need a Valuation Every Year?
No, you don’t need a full business valuation every year—but in many cases, getting one annually (or a streamlined update) is a smart move. The right frequency depends on your goals, your industry, and how much your business is changing.

Miranda Kishel
May 1


7 Killer Business Growth Strategies That Actually Work
This article explores seven effective strategies that can accelerate your business growth.

Miranda Kishel
Apr 30


The Coming Small Business Renaissance
Entrepreneurs across America face a mounting crisis hidden beneath economic headlines. Every day, Main Street companies battle an invisible opponent m...

Miranda Kishel
Apr 25


The Power Grid Paradox: How AI Will Force Small Business Innovation
America stands between aging infrastructure and artificial intelligence revolution. This collision creates both crisis and catalyst for small business...

Miranda Kishel
Apr 25


Essential Service Businesses Are The Ultimate Wealth Vehicles
Markets rise and fall. Trends come and go. But people always need their sinks fixed.
Essential service businesses represent the most overlooked wealth...

Miranda Kishel
Apr 24


Why Smart Exit Planners Win When Sales Cycles Stretch
Business owners ready to sell face a new reality. Market data shows sales cycles extending 15% longer than previous years. Cautious buyers now demand ...

Miranda Kishel
Apr 24


Why Traditional Financial Advice Fails During Trade Wars
Markets shift. Plans falter. Uncertainty reigns.
When geopolitical tensions escalate into full-blown trade wars, the financial playbook that works in ...

Miranda Kishel
Apr 24


The Hidden Wealth Transfer Barrier Most Business Owners Never See Coming
Money waits on the sidelines. Buyers stand ready. Yet thousands of profitable small businesses never change hands each year.
The culprit? A fundamenta...

Miranda Kishel
Apr 24


Reclaiming Your Entrepreneurial Vision Through Fractional Operations
When entrepreneurs launch their businesses, they're fueled by creativity, problem-solving abilities, and a desire to make an impact. Yet somewhere alo...

Miranda Kishel
Apr 24


Beyond the 2.5% COLA Bump for SSDI Recipients in 2025
Money moves slowly. Social Security checks arrive with predictable timing but often in inadequate amounts. For millions of Americans relying on Social...

Miranda Kishel
Apr 24


The Great Corporate Exodus Will Reshape Small Business Ownership
Something profound is happening. Corporate professionals with specialized skills are abandoning traditional careers in unprecedented numbers. They're ...

Miranda Kishel
Apr 24


Cash Flow Mastery Makes or Breaks New Businesses
Money flows in. Money flows out. This simple concept forms the foundation of business survival, yet so many entrepreneurs focus on the wrong metrics w...

Miranda Kishel
Apr 24


FAQ: Does Your Business Need a 409A Valuation?
409A valuations aren't just a formality—they're a requirement under IRS rules if your company is issuing stock options or other equity-based compensation.

Miranda Kishel
Apr 23


What Elon Musk and Forensic Accountants Have in Common
Billions lost. Fraud exposed. Systems corrupted.
When Elon Musk recently claimed to have uncovered massive government waste and fraud, the headlines e...

Miranda Kishel
Apr 23
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