Breaking the Cash Flow Bottleneck: Unleashing Your Company's True Potential
Stan Prokop
Canadian Business Financing | Cash Flow Financing | Asset Based Lending | Equipment Finance | Lender Financing | Purchase Order Financing | Acquisition Financing | SAAS Financing | Acquisition Financing
From Cash Crunch to Cash Cow: Overcoming Business Finance Hurdles
YOUR COMPANY IS LOOKING FOR SOLUTIONS FOR CASH FLOW CHALLENGES!
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You've arrived at the right address! Welcome to 7 Park Avenue Financial
Financing & Cash flow are the biggest issues facing business today
ARE YOU UNAWARE OR DISSATISFIED WITH YOUR CURRENT? BUSINESS FINANCING OPTIONS?
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?Discover how to navigate the treacherous waters of cash flow challenges and steer your company towards financial success."
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7 Park Avenue Financial originates business financing solutions for Canadian Businesses – We offer Cash Flow Financing and working capital solutions ?– Save time and focus on profits and business opportunities
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7 Park Avenue Financial: “Canadian Business Financing with the intelligent use of experience”
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Business Cash Flow Challenges
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Understanding the Problem: Liquidity and Bank Financing Issues
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Liquidity problems and cash flow challenges plague thousands of Canadian business owners and financial managers who face negative cash flow.
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Much of this challenge around a business's cash flow revolves around a company's inability to properly access bank financing in Canada. If that's the case, what is the next step?
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Next Steps for Business Owners
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We think that the next step is understanding your alternatives, ensuring you understand why you are in a liquidity crisis, i.e., that cash-strapped feeling, and finally, understanding what might get you back on the right course at the bank.
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The Role of Canadian Banks
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As we have previously stated,, Canadian chartered banks are the first 'go-to' for securing capital and financing Canadian business.
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Yet many business owners find that the bank is either unsuitable or predisposed to solving their cash flow and working capital challenges.
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Assessing Bank Financing Probability
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Is there an easy way for a business owner or finance manager to assess the probability of achieving bank financing? For our purposes, it comes down to your ability to understand 4 key issues. What are they?
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1. Demonstrating Profitability
First of all, as a general rule, you have to be able to show profitability. We can't count the number of firms we meet who are in either a bad year financially or in many cases in the throes of a turnaround back to profitability. Unfortunately, in general, that doesn't count at the bank. Banks take the approach that you will pay the loans or working capital financing back from profits. If you can't demonstrate that there is an immediate obstacle to bank financing success.
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2. Collateral Position
The second focus from a bank perspective is your firm's overall collateral position. Certain types of collateral are more preferred than others. They include real estate, receivables, uncollateralized equipment, etc. In general, the bank rarely views inventory as appropriate collateral.
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3. Balance Sheet Analysis
The third focus of the bank is your overall balance sheet. Aside from ensuring it balances...!!...you must have the right combo of debt and equity. Is there a rule of thumb in this area? Typically the answer is that you must have a dollar of equity in your firm for every 2 dollars in debt.
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4. Personal Guarantees
Finally, is there anything more uncomfortable than the issue of personal guarantees? It's all about 'putting it on the line', which many business people are reluctant to do. Your logic is, of course, that you incorporated to avoid guarantees and that there should be some risk-sharing. Again, that's your view, not the bank's.
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We believe and have seen that a strong financing proposal might eliminate all or at least part of a guarantee in many cases, so be prepared to address this issue delicately and properly.
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Alternative Financing Options
Non-Bank Institutions and Commercial Finance Firms
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Although Canadian chartered banks are among the absolute best in financial strength, management, services, and infrastructure, it's still easy to cast dispersion and doubt on their stated goals of helping Canadian businesses, both small and medium businesses / SMEs .
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So when you or the Canadian chartered banking system have lost faith in each other, what's next?
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The reality is that many non-bank institutions and independent commercial finance firms provide various cash flow solutions to your business.
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They include:
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E quipment Financing
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Sale-leasebacks
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These solutions work and, in many cases, compete directly with bank offerings.
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Three uncommon takes on Cash Flow Challenges:
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KEY TAKEAWAYS
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Conclusion
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Call? 7 Park Avenue Financial , a trusted, credible, and experienced Canadian business financing advisor who can assist you in identifying the next step in your firm's financing options.
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FAQ
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How can addressing cash flow challenges improve my business's growth potential?
Addressing common cash flow problems allows you to allocate resources more effectively, invest in growth opportunities, and maintain a competitive edge in the market.
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How does better cash flow management impact my relationships with suppliers and creditors?
Improved cash flow management enhances your ability to meet payment obligations based on positive cash flow , fostering trust and potentially leading to more favourable terms with suppliers and creditors.
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Can solving cash flow issues help attract investors or secure better financing terms?
Yes, demonstrating strong cash flow management makes your business more attractive to investors and lenders, potentially leading to better financing options and terms.
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How does overcoming cash flow challenges affect my ability to handle unexpected expenses or opportunities?
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Resolving cash flow issues creates a financial buffer that allows you to better handle unexpected costs or quickly capitalize on new business opportunities.
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What long-term benefits can I expect from implementing effective cash flow strategies?
Implementing effective cash flow strategies improves financial stability, improves decision-making capabilities, and increases overall business resilience to economic fluctuations.
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How does technology manage cash flow challenges in a company's financial health needs?
Technology is crucial in managing cash flow challenges. It provides real-time financial data on cash flow projections, automates invoicing and payment processes, and offers predictive analytics for more accurate forecasting of cash flow statements.
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How do international transactions impact cash flow for Canadian businesses?
International transactions can complicate cash flow due to currency exchange rate fluctuations, longer payment cycles, and potential regulatory hurdles, requiring careful planning and risk management around your cash reserve.
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What are some industry-specific cash flow challenges that businesses should be aware of?
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Industry-specific cash flow challenges can include seasonal demand fluctuations in retail, long project cycles in construction, or regulatory compliance costs in healthcare, each requiring tailored cash flow strategies to avoid poor cash flow management
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How can small businesses compete with larger corporations regarding cash flow management and the ability to solve cash flow problems?
Small businesses can compete by leveraging agility, adopting cloud-based financial tools, negotiating creatively with suppliers, and focusing on niche markets where they can command premium pricing to help achieve a healthy cash flow in day-to-day business operations
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What impact does customer payment behaviour have on cash flow, and how can it be influenced?
Customer payment behaviour significantly impacts operating cash flow. It can be influenced through clear payment terms , early payment incentives to pay bills, automated reminders, and building strong customer relationships to encourage prompt payments.
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What are the most common causes of cash flow challenges for Canadian businesses?
Common causes of cash flow challenges include seasonal revenue fluctuations, rapid growth outpacing available capital, delayed customer payments, overreliance on a single client, and unexpected expenses or economic downturns. A cash flow forecast is a key essential to combat insufficient cash reserves and improve a business's financial health.
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How can a business differentiate between a temporary cash flow issue and a more severe financial problem?
A business can differentiate by analyzing patterns in financial statements, assessing the regularity and severity of cash shortages, and evaluating overall profitability. Temporary issues often align with known factors like seasonality, while persistent problems may indicate deeper financial troubles.
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What strategies can businesses employ to prevent cash flow challenges before they occur?
Preventive strategies include maintaining cash reserves, implementing robust financial forecasting, diversifying revenue streams, negotiating favourable payment terms with suppliers and customers, and regularly reviewing and optimizing operational efficiency.
' Canadian Business Financing With The Intelligent Use Of Experience '
?STAN PROKOP 7 Park Avenue Financial/Copyright/2024
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Stan Prokop is the founder of 7 Park Avenue Financial and a recognized expert on Canadian Business Financing. Since 2004 Stan has helped hundreds of small, medium and large organizations achieve the financing they need to survive and grow. He has decades of credit and lending experience working for firms such as Hewlett Packard / Cable & Wireless / Ashland Oil