6 Reasons Not To Diversify Comments0

Republished with permission from Built to Sell Inc. Deck: Diversification is a sound financial planning strategy, but does it work for company building? How does Vitamix get away with charging $700 for a blender when reputable companies like Cuisinart and …
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How to Respond to Market Crashes Comments0

Oftentimes, we hear on the news that the markets have crashed, but bear in mind that the media frequently dramatize events and make it seem as if things are really crazy. While things may become a little hectic, the real …
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What’s so special about the million-dollar mark? Comments0

Republished with permission from Built to Sell Inc. If you’re wondering when is the right time to sell your business, you may want to wait until your company is generating $1 million in earnings before interest, taxes, depreciation, and amortization …
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Tax-Free Savings Accounts (TFSA)—Myths and Tips Comments0

Today, I want to talk about a relatively new investment tool—the Tax-Free Savings Account (TFSA). The Tax-Free Savings Account was launched in 2009 and many people are becoming aware of it today. But how much do you really know about …
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Mike Flux – General and Investment Alternatives Update Q3 2014 Comments0

In this video, I speak with Mike Flux, Senior VP of Connor Clark & Lunn Private Capital to chat about their investment outlook from Q3 of 2014. We also discuss how to interpret the current events, and how to properly …
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How To Get a Big Company Multiple For Your Business Comments0

Republished with permission from Built to Sell Inc. Big public companies trade at a significant premium over small businesses in the same industry because investors perceive big, sophisticated companies as a safer bet than small, owner-dependent companies. Let’s take a …
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Long-Term Care Insurance 101–Part 2: The Dos and Don’ts Comments0

In my last blog post, I introduced you to Jennifer Jacobs, the top living benefits specialist in Canada, and sat down with her to discuss the essentials of long-term care insurance. To quickly recap, a long-term care insurance policy is …
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One Hidden Thing That Drives Your Company’s Value Comments0

Republished with permission from Built to Sell Inc. You already know that your company’s revenue and profits play a big role in how much your business is worth. Do you also know the role cash flow plays in your valuation? …
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