The Real Reason Most Law Firms Fail to Grow and What to Do About It with Brooke Lively
What’s really holding law firms back from scaling? In this episode of the Traffic to Leads podcast, our founder Brooke Lively sits down with host Ted DeBettencourt to unpack the root causes of stalled growth,and what law firm owners can do to break through the plateau. Brooke draws on years of CFO experience helping firms […]
The CEO’s Guide to Financial Visibility: What Your Audits Are (and Aren’t) Telling You
As a CEO, you’re responsible for the big picture—but that picture gets blurry when financial visibility is limited. Annual audits might check the compliance box, but they rarely tell you what you need to run and grow your business with confidence. At Cathcap, we work with CEOs who want more than a snapshot. They want […]
What is Commercial Due Diligence?
Before making a major investment—whether acquiring a business, merging with another company, or funding a startup—you need to know exactly what you’re getting into. That’s where commercial due diligence comes in. Commercial due diligence is the process of evaluating a target company’s market position, business model, financial health, and growth potential before committing to an […]
A Complete Guide on How to Value a Law Firm
Determining the value of a law firm is essential for firm owners considering a sale, merger, succession planning, or financial assessment. Unlike other businesses, law firms rely heavily on intangible assets such as client relationships, brand reputation, and referral sources. Because of this, standard valuation methods require adjustments to capture the firm’s actual worth. Valuing […]
How Tax-Efficient Business Structures Can Save You Money
When you’re building a business, one of the first decisions you’ll make is choosing a business structure. It might not seem like a big deal at first, but the structure you choose impacts your tax liabilities, protection of assets, and even your growth over time. So, What is a “Tax-Efficient Business Structure”? A tax-efficient business […]
Free Cash Flow (FCF): Calculation and Interpretation
Understanding Free Cash Flow Free cash flow (FCF) is one of many financial metrics used to assess a company’s financial health and sustainability. FCF measures the cash a company generates after accounting for operating expenses and capital expenditures. It’s a forward-looking statement that reveals a company’s ability to fund growth, pay dividends, or reduce debt. […]
Understanding ASC 842: Purpose, Application, Impact, and Tax Implications
If your business leases equipment, office space, or other assets, you’ve probably heard about Accounting Standards Codification (ASC) 842 —and you might be wondering how it affects you. It was introduced to enhance transparency in lease accounting, but the transition from ASC 840 to ASC 842 has brought a wave of complexity and confusion. Previously, […]
How to Make Financial Projections for Your Business
Understanding Financial Projections Financial projections are forward-looking tools that estimate your business’s financial performance over a specific period, giving insight on everything from daily operations to long-term strategic planning. How to Calculate Financial Projections Income Statement Projection The income statement highlights projected net income by analyzing anticipated revenues and expenses. It is particularly useful for […]
Post-Filing Tax Strategies: Planning Ahead for Next Year
Filing your taxes isn’t the finish line—it’s just the beginning of better tax planning for next year. Many businesses make the mistake of treating tax season as a once-a-year task, missing out on key opportunities to reduce liabilities, optimize deductions, and improve financial efficiency. At Cathcap, we believe in using post-filing tax analysis as a […]
Maximizing Tax Deductions: Industry-Specific Strategies
Taxes might not be the most exciting part of running a business, but saving money? That’s always worth talking about. The truth is, many businesses miss out on valuable tax deductions simply because they don’t realize what they’re entitled to—especially when it comes to industry-specific write-offs. At Cathcap, we help businesses not only stay financially […]
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