1031/Tenant-in-Common Programs Making a Comeback?
August 12, 2016

Ten years ago, the syndicated 1031/TIC market was exploding with roughly 75 real estate sponsors raising over $4 billion in equity, then came the Great Recession and the industry more or less shut down, with many of those sponsors (and the independent…

Due Diligence Very Important for Prospective Franchisees
July 29, 2016

Are you considering becoming a franchise owner?  When done correctly, franchising is a great way of doing business for both franchisors and franchisees.  Success is not guaranteed, however, and franchised businesses can and do fail.  To improve…

Tips on Navigating the Worst Part of Being a Small Business Owner
July 26, 2016

For many people, terminating an employee is the most dreaded part of owning a business.  On the other hand, maintaining a fully-engaged, high-functioning team is critical to the success of a business, and there are times when it becomes clear…

Perkins’ Tennis Rules Education Workshop Coming to Westwood!!
July 20, 2016

Eric Perkins, the current chair of the USTA Tennis Rules and Regulations Committee, will be leading an interactive workshop on tennis rules and etiquette on September 13, 2016 at the Westwood Club.  Why is it important to know the rules? …

More Talk About Social Entrepreneurship Coming to Charlottesville in September
July 08, 2016

I am excited to have been invited to speak about social entrepreneurship and Virginia benefit corporations at the September meeting of the Thomas Jefferson Chapter of the Virginia Society of CPAs.  The half-day conference will take place at…
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Quick Tip for Small Business Acquisitions—Sometimes the Best Deal is No Deal
July 08, 2016

The road to a successful business acquisition can be a long and winding one with lots of obstacles along the way.  Once a letter of intent has been signed to memorialize the basic structure and economics of the deal, a potential buyer typically…