The Essential Guide to Legal Billing
If you’re running a law firm or managing client matters, you already know that legal billing isn’t just about getting paid – it’s about maintaining trust, keeping operations smooth, and protecting your bottom line. Yet for many attorneys, the billing process is time-consuming, inconsistent, or unclear, and that can lead to delayed payments, client frustration, […]
What Is Stock-Based Compensation?
Got an offer that includes equity and not quite sure what it really means? Or maybe you’re building out comp packages and wondering how stock options stack up against cash? Stock-based compensation, also known as equity compensation or share-based compensation, offers ownership stakes. These come in the form of stock options, stock units, or other […]
Profit Before Growth: Why Scaling Too Soon Can Kill Your Margins
Growth is exciting—new clients, more headcount, bigger projections. But here’s the thing: if profit isn’t dialed in before you scale, growth can quietly become a liability. We’ve seen it happen across industries—law firms expanding practice areas without adjusting fee structures, healthcare groups opening new locations before understanding cost per provider, construction firms taking on bigger […]
Press Release – Cathcap on the Nonprofit MBA Podcast
The Numbers Every Nonprofit Should Always Pay Attention To With Brooke Lively. Financial management might not be the most glamorous part of running a nonprofit, hence, many nonprofit leaders tend to overlook it. But it’s one of the most critical. A lot of nonprofits struggle with sustainability, not because they lack purpose or passion, but […]
Accountability Isn’t a Buzzword: How Financial Reviews Drive Real Results
“Accountability” gets thrown around a lot in business conversations—but at Cathcap, we believe it only matters if it’s backed by action. In our experience, the most successful companies don’t just track financial performance—they use it to drive behavior, shape decisions, and create results. That’s why we’ve built our CFO model around a disciplined review structure: […]
Getting the Most Out of Your HubSpot Account: Two Powerful Features Law Firms Shouldn’t Overlook
If you’re a law firm using HubSpot, chances are you’re already tapping into core features like contact management, email campaigns, and lead forms. But there’s a lot more power under the hood — especially when you’re trying to stand out in a competitive legal market. In this post, we’re going beyond the basics and exploring […]
The Keeper of the Keys: Why Every Business Needs a Fractional CFO by By Pam Meissner, COO and CFO
At the beginning of this year, my life changed forever. My husband passed away unexpectedly, leaving me to confront the unimaginable. As the one who had always been the “keeper of all things” in our household—managing finances, organizing our autistic son’s care, and planning for the future—I thought I had it all under control. But […]
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 […]
Understanding Recent Tax Law Changes: What Businesses Need to Know
Tax laws change constantly, and staying informed is crucial for business owners looking to maximize savings, remain compliant, and plan ahead. Recent updates impact bonus depreciation, R&D deductions, QBI benefits, corporate tax rates, and compliance reporting, making proactive tax planning more essential than ever. At Cathcap, we help businesses stay ahead of tax law changes […]
Comprehensive Tax Preparation Checklist for Businesses
Tax season can be stressful, but with the right preparation, it doesn’t have to be. A structured tax preparation process ensures your business stays compliant, maximizes deductions, and avoids last-minute surprises. At Cathcap, we help businesses streamline their financial processes, ensuring taxes are filed accurately and efficiently. Use this comprehensive tax preparation checklist to keep […]
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