Basic Financial Analysis


Recent Basic Financial Analysis Articles

Follow the Numbers

By Norm Brodsky |  Jan 1, 2008

It's the best way to spot problems before they become life-threatening.  Read more


Big Love [Audio]

By Max Chafkin and Rod Kurtz |  Jul 13, 2007

When you're starting a company, it can be tempting to hit up friends and family for that much-needed first investment. But, oh, can it backfire. Staff wri...  Watch video


Smart Questions for Your Credit Card Company [Video]

By Larry Kanter and Rod Kurtz |  Sep 20, 2006

Credit card companies send out billions of offers every year. From introductory rates to rewards programs, articles editor Larry Kanter explains how to ma...  Watch video


Using Financials to Get What You Want

By Philip Campbell |  Mar 1, 2006

Yes, preparing financial statements can be a chore, but if you look at them as a resource for holding yourself and your employees accountable for the bottom ...  Read more


Finding Your Way to Financial Independence

By Josh Patrick |  Mar 1, 2006

Many business owners think retirement is a mysterious and faraway place. Here are some tips on planning -- realistically -- for life after work.  Read more


Case Study: A Quota on Profit

By Catherine Curan |  Dec 1, 2005

Lafayette 148 had high hopes for its new Chinese factory. Then it encountered an unforeseen problem: trade restrictions.  Read more


Inc.com | Time for Your Financial Checkup

By Philip Campbell |  Dec 1, 2005

The New Year is just around the corner. Use this time to be sure your financial house is in order, so you kick 2006 off right.  Read more


Gross Margin -- The Overlooked Metric

By Ted Hurlbut |  Sep 1, 2005

Small retailers who actively manage their gross margins will quickly discover that profitability and cash flow will consistently beat their budget projections.  Read more


The Secret to Formatting Cash Flow Projections

By Philip Campbell |  Dec 1, 2004

Here are the keys to creating a powerful tool to take control of your cash flow.  Read more


How to Spot Trouble in Your Financials

By Darren Dahl and Carol Hirsch |  Oct 1, 2004

Diagnose what's wrong with your company by zeroing in on your financials.  Read more


Cash Flow Projections Made Easy

By Philip Campbell |  Oct 1, 2004

Here is a 4-step process you can use to create cash flow projections you can trust.  Read more


The 10 Absolutely Must-Follow Cash Flow Rules

By Philip Campbell |  Sep 1, 2004

Everyone wants cash on hand at all times. Here are 10 rules to help you get there.  Read more


Financial Strategies: The Best of Inc. Magazine

Jul 23, 2001

A collection of articles on raising capital, cash management, and personal finance from Inc. magazine's finance editor Jill Andresky Fraser.  Read more


The Basics of Balance Sheets

May 12, 2000

Get a quick handle on the financial strength and capabilities of your business using your balance sheet as a guide.  Read more


Persuasive Projections

By Paul A. Broni |  Apr 1, 2000

Predicting the future is hard. But when you're making financial projections, that's exactly what you need to do. You can avoid some of the most common mistak...  Read more


Forget Spreadsheets

By Norm Brodsky |  Nov 1, 1997

Brodsky stresses that the best way to track monthly sales and gross margins is to do it by hand.  Read more


Advisers: Rent a CFO

By Jill Andresky Fraser |  Jan 1, 1996

A company president explains how his business brought in a short-term CFO.  Read more


Keeping Sales Growth Profitable

By Jill Andresky Fraser |  Sep 1, 1992

Analyzing comprehensive costs before accepting new business.  Read more


How To Survive A Cash Crisis

By Gerald C. Meyers |  Oct 1, 1987

If your company gets into financial difficulties, don't panic. First, try these steps espoused by Multi Financial Services Inc. chairman Gerald C. Meyers, fo...  Read more


Margin Management

By Bruce G. Posner |  Feb 1, 1987

Frustrated with trying to run your company on a budget? Jim McManus has a better way: focus on gross margin.  Read more


How Good a Cash Manager are You?

Nov 1, 1981

One banker says that the principles of cash management are easy: "Collect fast, pay slow, and invest in the meantime." But sometimes it's just the opposite. ...  Read more


Financial Ratios

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