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Dealer Digest – Is TrueCar worthwhile for dealerships?
July / August 2015
Newsletter: Dealer Insights
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 421
Abstract: This issue’s “Dealer Digest” highlights dealership participation in the popular automotive buying website TrueCar, the new definition of a “spouse” as it applies to the federal Family and Medical Leave Act, and year end 2015 new vehicle sales projections.
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Ask the Advisor – Q. When during the sale process is my deal most vulnerable?
Year End 2014
Newsletter: Merger & Acquisition Focus
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 421
Abstract: At certain points during an M&A transaction the sale is more likely to unravel. Special vigilance is necessary during these times. While it’s important to take seriously any disagreement that could become a deal-killer, it’s better to address issues before they lead to conflict. This column covers three points of vulnerability.
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Ask the Advisor – Q: What should a company do when its CEO and CFO disagree over an M&A?
April / May 2014
Newsletter: Merger & Acquisition Focus
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 421
Abstract: The interests of chief executives and boards of directors often clash with those of CFOs — particularly when it comes to M&A transactions. For an M&A deal to succeed, a company needs to reconcile both points of view. This article discusses how to craft a deal that doesn’t sacrifice financial integrity for strategic ambition (or vice versa).
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Inventory management – Turnover is the name of the game
May / June 2013
Newsletter: Dealer Insights
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 421
Abstract: Among the stickiest wickets facing any dealership is proper inventory management. Supply and demand trends yo-yo as the economy fluctuates, consumer buying power ebbs and flows, and factory gluts and shortages strike. This article looks at a few common inventory challenges, such as interest and overhead costs, lower margins and lost opportunities. It then discusses some ways to overcome these difficulties.
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News for Nonprofits – Could you lose to gaming?
Year End 2010
Newsletter: Nonprofit Agendas
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 421
Abstract: Gaming fundraisers and obligations associated with them are explored in this issue. Bingo games and poker nights are fairly common fundraising events for nonprofits that have obtained a state license. New IRS Publication 3079, Tax-exempt Organizations and Gaming, explains the effect that gaming could have on an organization’s tax-exempt status and the reporting requirements.
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Discover the secret to your success with bid-hit ratios
January / February 2010
Newsletter: Contractor
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 421
Abstract: Some contractors equate success with the number of bids they win or perhaps simply with the number of jobs on which they’re bidding at any given time. But a more accurate and useful gauge lies in their bid-hit ratio — the rate at which they successfully bid on projects. A low bid-hit ratio can help contractors identify project types where they consistently fall short, and decide whether to allocate more resources to them or to bid more on other project types. But even the best bid ratio doesn’t guarantee profitability, so it’s important to track that measure as well.
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Dealer Digest – Cash-for-clunkers lessons
November / December 2009
Newsletter: Dealer Insights
Price: $225.00, Subscriber Price: $157.50
Word count: 421
Abstract: This issue, “Dealer Digest” notes that it’s wise to apply lessons from the “cash-for clunkers” program to retail efforts in 2010. The Digest also discusses the compliance date extension for the FTC’s “red flags” rule, which requires creditors to have a documented compliance strategy to detect identity theft.