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Category: Risk Overviews


Risk Overview: Industry Is In Contraction Phase Or Unknown

It’s crucial to be aware of current trends and growth patterns within your industry, which can significantly impact your company’s growth strategy and marketing timing.    Imagine you were operating an airline in 2020, when the aviation industry fell into abrupt decline due to the COVID-19 pandemic. This certainly would not be the right time […]


Risk Overview: Financials Not Shared With Management Team

It obviously isn’t wise to shout your company’s finances from the rooftop for all to hear, but your management team should have appropriate visibility into company performance. Without this information, managers may rely on assumptions or incomplete data to make decisions.     That lack of clarity can cause disagreements and conflicts among the management team, […]


Risk Overview: Environmental Hazards Not Addressed

There are many good reasons to address environmental hazards in your business—ethics, morals, reputation, and branding all come to mind. But did you know that addressing environmental issues, even potential ones, could save your business money by increasing efficiency, risk mitigation, and market competitiveness?     Conversely, ignoring environmental hazards could land your business in legal […]


Risk Overview: Employee Turnover Higher Than Competitors Or Unknown

Beyond putting a business at a competitive disadvantage, high employee turnover also has significant financial implications. This issue has the potential to directly affect a company’s bottom line.    According to SHRM, the average cost to hire a single new employee in 2022 was $4,683. Expenses that contribute to this cost could include recruiting hours, […]


Risk Overview: Don’t Have Two Years Of Audited Financials

Organizations worldwide lose an estimated 5% of their revenue to fraud each year, according to a 2024 report by the Association of Certified Fraud Experts. That’s why financial controls are so important, especially for small and midsize businesses without endless resources.    Regular audits aren’t just important when you’re considering selling your business—they can also […]


Risk Overview: Company Subject To Environmental Fines Or Penalties

Now more than ever, consumers are concerned about the environmental impact of business activities. This has made consumers increasingly selective if they can afford to be. Ethically gray but financially accessible companies have seen their reputations bruised, even if they’re generally successful.    This has coincided with investors placing a higher value on businesses with […]


Risk Overview: Company Performance Is heavily Tied To Commodities Prices

Geopolitical events, like conflicts, trade disputes, sanctions, political instability, or major policy shifts, can have a significant impact on commodity prices. For example, the implementation of trade tariffs on certain commodities can lead to increased costs and reduced competitiveness for businesses importing or exporting those commodities.  Therefore, if your company’s performance is heavily tied to […]


Risk Overview: C-Corp Tax Recapture Risk

If you recently converted your company from a C-corp to an S-corp or other pass-through entity, you must consider the tax implications before going to market.   Here’s what you need to know about this risk and how to address it.    What is C-Corp Tax Recapture? C-corp tax recapture risk refers to the potential […]