Succession planning in a family-owned business isn’t just about deciding who will take over. It’s about navigating a complex blend of legacy, identity, relationships, and expectations. For many founders, their business represents decades of effort, risk, and personal meaning, which makes letting go emotionally challenging. At the same time, family members may feel excitement, anxiety,...Read More

When a business owner begins thinking about a merger or acquisition, the focus often lands on valuation, deal structure, and finding the right buyer. What’s sometimes overlooked is the critical financial groundwork that must be laid before any of that can happen.  Fractional CFOs provide strategic, high-level financial leadership on a part-time or project basis....Read More

Clean, organized financial records are the foundation of any successful business valuation. Whether you’re planning to sell your company, pass it on to the next generation, or bring in outside investors, valuation analysts and buyers rely on your financials to decide what your business is truly worth. If those records are incomplete, inconsistent, or difficult...Read More

When it comes time to sell your business, many owners assume that price is the most important factor. While valuation certainly matters, the reality is that the buyer you choose has just as much influence on your long-term success and satisfaction. The right buyer protects your legacy, supports your employees, and ensures that what you’ve...Read More

When is the right time to start planning your business exit? Many owners assume a year or two of preparation is enough. In reality, the best results come from starting much earlier: ideally five years before you plan to sell. That timeline might sound longer than you need, but it creates the space to strengthen...Read More

Imagine this. You’ve spent 20 years building your company. Revenues are steady, profits healthy, and you’ve started wondering: Is now the right time to sell? Or maybe bring in a partner to fuel the next stage of growth? You call a friend who sold last year. She tells you her deal was priced at almost...Read More

In business succession planning, numbers tell the story of readiness. Whether you’re passing your company to a family member, selling to a partner, or seeking an outside buyer, the right financial metrics will influence valuation, deal structure, and the long-term success of your successor. Monitoring these numbers years before a transition isn’t just good practice,...Read More

A Regional Challenge That’s Growing More Urgent Across North and South Carolina, the role of the Chief Financial Officer has shifted from a back-office steward of numbers into a front-line architect of business growth, capital deployment, and strategic transformation. Yet while the demands of the role have accelerated, the supply of qualified finance leaders has...Read More

In today’s ever-evolving business landscape, corporate acquisitions are on the rise, and many small business owners are being approached by larger firms keen on expansion or diversification. Selling your small business to a larger company can be incredibly enticing, providing opportunities for you to gain financial rewards and avenues for new growth. While corporate acquisitions...Read More

Exiting your business is likely the most significant financial event of your life. However, this process is fraught with complexities and challenges. Poor planning or waiting too long can result in losing your business’s value, delaying the exit process, or even causing once-promising deals to fall through. This underscores the importance of foresight and preparation...Read More