Understanding Financial Statement Audits vs. Quality of Earnings Reports
Prepared by: Rachel Connor, CPA, Hancock Advisors Business owners considering the sale or purchase of a business within
The Evolution of Sales Tax on Software
While technology is often synonymous with innovation, the tax regulations on tech products and services are typically outdated
Three Things to Know about Mergers and Acquisitions in Today’s Market
The current landscape for mergers and acquisitions (M&A) is marked by contrasting forces. High interest rates and the
Understand Changes Coming to the Estate and Gift Tax Exemption
In January 2026, the current lifetime estate and gift tax exemption will be cut in half. Families have
Understanding Private Equity Consolidation Opportunities for Tree Service Businesses
Tree service businesses are beginning to experience a significant trend towards private equity consolidation, marking the start of
Shaken, Not Stirred: The Parallels Between Crafting a Margarita and Navigating M&A
Crafting the perfect margarita is much like navigating a successful merger or acquisition (M&A) for a small business
Merger Creates Hancock Advisors: Two Hancock Askew Entities Unite
Hancock Askew & Co., LLP Announces Merger of its Advisory Practices, Hancock Askew Advisors and Clarity Capital Advisors
Medical Spa Mergers & Acquisitions: What You Need to Know
Introduction: Demand for medical aesthetic and cosmetic services has exploded in recent years. Owners and operators of medical
Why and How to Improve Cost Optimization Initiatives
Navigating economic turbulence while pursuing growth opportunities requires business leaders to reimagine operations and adopt new, innovative processes.
Preparing to Sell Your Business
The idea of selling a business can be daunting. Finding a buyer and managing the time-intensive process while
7 Private Equity Predictions for 2023
After a record-smashing 2021, 2022 will be remembered as the year of diminished dealmaking. The upward trajectory that
Private Equity M&A: What You Need to Know
Partnering with private equity sometimes carries negative connotations. Private Equity Groups (PEGs) speak a very specific language, often