A good businessman is a person who is willing to take some risk, risk that can enable him to have a strong footing in the market. Although like most of us, he is not gifted with a money plant, from where he can pluck the money every time he needs it. Finance is essential for survival, for small and large businesses. We need emergency cash to cope with the changing market.
Choosing the appropriate entity
Start-up businesses, run by people new to business, are not aware of the market downturns. They need advice and tips that can enable their business to be a success. The sole proprietor is one of the best options that should be taken into consideration. It is often a wise decision as it saves a lot of costs and there is no divorce between ownership and control. But businesses shouldn't remain like this forever; there are other options through bringing in a new partner or changing the business status as a private or public limited company. It can only happen if the business has a pool of funds available and can continue its operation as an intellectual property gaining a larger share of the market with greater employee base.
The record-keeping of all the day to day running expenses, taxes and income generated can enable you to make a strategic business plan according to the performance and profitability of the enterprise. Finance can be retained for future investments. For small businesses, it’s very vital to see who your customers are and whether the amount of credit given is not extended and is collected at the right time. As if the business fails to collect the amount due from its debtors, then greater the chances are that the suppliers are lost with business reputation at stake.
Taxes
Many new businesses make an error and overlook taxes when calculating their profits. They can't keep the profit thought in mind while ignoring all the expenses. Hence, losses can be incurred at the initial stage due to taxes.
Banking
Never make the mistake of keeping your personal account and the business account same. You don't want the money to be floating in the wrong account. Having a business account would help you manage the business cash flow better. You can make online payments and there are so many other services available that makes your receipts and payments balanced.
Finance lease is another option that can cut down your capital expenses. This can help you lower your operation costs and is very suitable for start-ups.
Following these points and tips, you can make your first attempt at entering markets very successful. Think logically and don't try cheap shortcuts, and soon you'll be on your way to success.
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Henry lives in a small hamlet in Cornwall near the sea and writes for a living