Wednesday, December 10, 2014

Three Ways To Avoid Critical Business Risks

It is critical for all small businesses to carefully weigh monetary concerns and assess financial risks. Financial risk management can help prevent financial disasters before they happen. What do financial risk management professionals and certified financial accountants recommend to help businesses stay on track? 


Carefully File Business Taxes 

Small business taxes should be as accurate as possible. Small businesses are much more likely to get audited than individuals, or even large corporations. There are several reasons. One of the main reasons is that small businesses generally receive capital from a variety of different resources. Make sure to carefully account for all of them on your tax return. Remember, if you have any cash reserves or cash profits -- even if they are relatively small -- you need to account for them.
 

Don't Put All Of Your Eggs In One Basket 

An accountant for small businesses can help you with taxes and even help you prepare for audits, if necessary. They can also help you effectively and efficiently diversify funds. Capital and investments should come from different areas. Relying on a single investor or savings account can easily put the future of your company in jeopardy.
 

Consider The Stability (Or Lack Thereof) Of Company Resources 

"The bad news is that companies that are natural resource dependent have to be extra cautious in a volatile commodities market to make sure they hedge their price risks,"
 Forbes writes. While internet-based companies and office-based practices generally don't have to worry, companies who rely on natural resources, like foods or fuel, can have financial ups and downs that are completely independent of their specific business decisions. Finances may also depend on changing industries, shifting stocks, and fluctuating politics. If this applies to your company, set aside extra money and plan for the unexpected. 

Don't take unnecessary financial risks -- especially when it comes to new and/or small businesses. Diverse new business capital, file taxes
 very carefully, and consider all reasons why profits may fluctuate, even if it's not directly related to your company.

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