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Down but Not Out
CFO magazine published an article, “Down but Not Out”, describing the state of 2009’s M&A; market. Following are highlights from the article: § Global M&A; deal values were down 44% for the first half of the year, but in the United States the decline was 85%. § U.S. private equity firms have more than $600 […]
Associate Spotlight: Tony Ford
Tony Ford is a Senior Associate of Kasper & Associates since 2008. Mr. Ford has over 25 years experience in creating high-growth organizations in manufacturing, wholesale distribution, B2B sales and hospitality sectors. He has served as the founding Executive Director of the Fort Worth Business Assistance Center, Entrepreneur-in-Residence for the Kauffman Foundation and has won […]
Mergers, Acquisitions Sign of Confidence
This week’s Fort Worth Business Press contains an article speculating that recent high-profile acquisitions may show signs of economic recovery. For the article, Bob Francis interviewed Founding Partner Ed Kasper for his thoughts. Mergers, acquisitions sign of confidence BY ROBERT FRANCIS November 09, 2009 Many economic analysts – along with the stock market – are […]
Lending Requirements and Credit Scores
Business owners and prospective business buyers need to be aware of recent changes in the banking environment. Whether it’s for an acquisition loan or line of credit on an existing business, lending requirements have changed significantly in the last year. The following link is to a Fort Worth Business Press article describing some of these […]
Stock Purchases More Attractive
Traditionally, business Sellers prefer Stock Sales over Asset Sales for the beneficial tax ramifications. On the other hand, Buyers have typically avoided Stock Purchases because of the possibility of hidden liabilities. However, recent government actions may encourage more Buyers toward Stock Purchases, at least for a short time. Attorney Mark Avery with Richards Rodriguez & […]
Founding Partner Ed Kasper
Two recent Fort Worth Star-Telegram articles shed light on K&A; Founder Ed Kasper’s personal life: “Long-Term Growth: More than three decades of careful tending and rolling with changes has created a success story for plant life in a Fort Worth back yard” http://www.star-telegram.com/168/story/1618832.html “Ed & Janet Kasper 45th Anniversary Announcement” http://www.legacy.com/DFW/Celebrations.asp?Page=Announcement&PersonID;=132597450
1984-2009: Celebrating 25 Years of Making Connections…Creating Results
Message from Founding Partner Ed Kasper: “I’m proud of my country and I believe in the free enterprise system which made her great.” These words were especially apropos 25 years ago when I founded this firm, and my passion for assisting owners considering the sale of their business has not changed one bit. I regard […]
Balancing Acts
Inc. magazine is on our required reading list. No other publication caters to entrepreneurs and small businesses as effectively. This month’s edition includes an excellent column by Meg Cadoux Hirshberg, describing the challenges business ownership can place on a marriage and family. Good to consider for those thinking about pursuing an entrepreneurial path. http://www.inc.com/magazine/20090901/balancing-acts-if-not-now-when.html
Banking for Entrepreneurs
Ever wonder what goes on in your banker’s mind? Bruce Bradford’s blog gives some interesting insights. http://www.bankerbradford.com/2009/06/what-your-banker-looks-for-in-your.html
Comparing Two Approaches to State Government
In many ways, while California is sinking, Texas is flying high. http://www.economist.com/printedition/displayStory.cfm?Story_ID=13990207
