What Buyers Really Want: Insights from Brooke Lively

Selling your business is a major milestone, and as someone who’s been through this process with countless clients, I can tell you this: understanding what buyers look for is the key to a smooth and successful sale. Buyers are not just purchasing your business; they’re buying into the confidence that your company will thrive under […]

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Business Exit Planning

Understanding Business Exit Planning When it’s time to transition, having a clear and strategic business exit strategy is essential. Exit planning involves more than deciding when to sell—it’s about ensuring a smooth transition, achieving financial goals, and safeguarding the legacy you’ve worked hard to build. By developing an effective exit strategy, you can mitigate risks, […]

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What Are Pro Forma Financial Statements?

Pro forma financial statements are a powerful tool for predicting a company’s future financial performance. By using hypothetical scenarios and financial projections, they allow you to visualize how various strategies or events might impact your financial position. Whether you’re a small business owner, a manager at a public company, or a potential investor, understanding pro […]

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What Your AP Turnover Says About Your Company

Few metrics offer as much valuable insight into a company’s operational efficiency and financial health as the accounts payable (AP) turnover ratio. This financial ratio not only reflects how well your company manages short-term obligations but also reveals the strength of your cash flow and supplier relationships. What Does the Accounts Payable Turnover Ratio Measure? […]

Cathcap’s Approach to Tailored Financial Solutions: Why One-Size-Fits-All Doesn’t Work for Growing Businesses

No two companies are exactly alike. Each faces its own set of challenges, goals, and financial complexities. Yet, many financial service providers continue to offer cookie-cutter solutions that fail to meet the specific needs of individual businesses. At Cathcap, we believe that one-size-fits-all approaches fall short—especially for growing businesses looking to scale. That’s why we […]

The Role of a Fractional CFO in Business Succession and Exit Planning

Planning for the future is essential for any business owner, especially when it comes to retirement, succession, or selling the business. Yet, many owners are so wrapped up in daily operations that they overlook the strategic planning needed for a smooth transition. That’s where a fractional CFO can make all the difference. At Cathcap, we […]

Developing Accountability Systems for Profitability with Brooke Lively

What does it take to grow a business into a thriving and profitable enterprise? Our founder, Brooke Lively, joined host Adi Klevit on the Systems Simplified podcast to discuss how small business owners can leverage accountability systems to drive growth and profitability. With her expertise as a CFO and profitability strategist, Brooke shared practical strategies to help […]

Unlocking Hidden Value: How Fractional CFOs Help Uncover and Maximize Profit Opportunities

For many business owners, the focus is on increasing sales, managing operations, and ensuring excellent customer service. However, beneath these primary objectives lies a wealth of untapped profit potential that often goes unnoticed. This is where a fractional CFO steps in—to unlock hidden value by driving efficiency, reducing costs, and maximizing profits.  Here are key […]

Measuring Success: The KPIs Every Business Should Be Tracking—And How a Fractional CFO Can Help

Success is defined by more than just revenue growth or cost-cutting. True success comes from measuring performance using the right key performance indicators (KPIs). These metrics provide business owners with valuable insights into the health of their business, track progress toward goals, and pinpoint areas for improvement. However, not all KPIs are equally important, and […]

How Cathcap Uses Advanced Financial Analytics to Help You Forecast the Future

Relying solely on historical data or gut instinct is no longer enough for making critical decisions. The ability to anticipate future trends and predict market shifts gives businesses the competitive edge needed to stay ahead. At Cathcap, we leverage advanced financial analytics and cutting-edge tools to provide predictive insights that drive strategic success.  Here’s how […]