Business consulting

Owners make big decisions with incomplete information: opening a second location, taking on a partner, buying a competitor, changing how they price. We bring structure, numbers and experience to those decisions so you can move forward with confidence.

Our work is practical. You get a clear recommendation, the numbers behind it and a plan you can act on, not a thick report that sits on a shelf.

Typical projects

• A restaurant owner deciding whether a second location will pay for itself, and how long it will take.
• Two partners planning how one buys the other out, and what it means for tax and cash flow.
• A growing contractor putting approvals and controls in place so cash and inventory are protected.
• A founder preparing a business plan and projections for a bank loan or government program.

How it works

1. Free first call: we listen and agree exactly what question needs answering.
2. Fixed-fee proposal: scope, timeline and price in writing.
3. Analysis: we gather the facts, build the numbers and test the options with you.
4. Recommendation and plan: a short written summary, a meeting to walk through it, and support while you put it in place.

Common questions

Do you work with our lawyer and banker?

Yes. We regularly coordinate with lawyers, lenders and other advisors, and our professional network includes lawyers and financing advisors if you need them.

Who it's for

Owners of established small and mid-sized businesses facing a decision bigger than day-to-day operations: growth, a change in ownership, a turnaround, or simply a business that has outgrown the way it was set up. Also new owners buying an existing business who want an independent look at the numbers first.

What you get

• A clear answer to the question we agreed at the start, with the reasons behind it.
• The numbers: a model you can keep using, showing best, expected and worst cases.
• A plan: the steps, owners and dates to put the decision into action.
• Follow-up: check-ins after the project to keep things on track.

More questions

How long does a project take?

Most focused projects take two to six weeks, depending on how quickly information is available. Larger reviews are planned in stages so you see results early.

What does it cost?

Every project is quoted at a fixed fee after the first call, so there are no surprises. Smaller questions can often be handled in a single paid working session.

Can you stay involved after the project?

Yes. Many consulting clients continue with our part-time CFO service so someone keeps watching the numbers after the decision is made.