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We specialize in Fractional CFO Advisory and Bookkeeping for small businesses to help them

07/21/2026

Just because you can do your own bookkeeping doesn't always mean you should.

Every hour spent managing your books is an hour you could be spending growing your business.

Our latest blog, "Why you should get help doing your books before it costs you more", explores the hidden costs of DIY bookkeeping, common mistakes business owners make, and how to know when it's time to outsource.

👇 Click our blog below to learn if doing your own bookkeeping is actually saving you money—or costing you more than you realize.

🔗 https://www.financeburger.com/post/why-you-should-get-help-doing-your-books-before-it-costs-you-more

07/17/2026

It’s TRUE!

EBITDA doesn’t account for the capital expenditures needed to maintain or grow the business.

So, while it can give a sense of operational profitability, it doesn’t show the true cash flow after these necessary investments.

🔗 To learn more about EBITDA and why it’s important for your small business, check out our blog linked below: https://www.financeburger.com/post/why-is-ebitda-important-for-small-business-owners

07/14/2026

A Micro CFO is the right fit for businesses that have outgrown basic bookkeeping but don't yet need the executive leadership of a Fractional CFO.

You may be wondering, "How do I know when we're ready for a Micro CFO?"

Here are 3 of the 7 signs to look out for:
1. You're making decisions based on your bank balance.
2. Your reports tell you what happened—but not why.
3. Growth feels more stressful than exciting.

Every successful business reaches a point where accurate bookkeeping alone isn't enough.

The next stage isn't necessarily hiring a full-time or even Fractional CFO. There are several options available, and a Micro CFO may be the right fit for your business.

🔗 To learn about the other four signs that can help you determine whether your business is ready for a Micro CFO, read our latest blog:
https://www.financeburger.com/post/is-your-business-ready-for-a-micro-cfo

07/10/2026

You can't improve what you don't measure.

Key Performance Indicators (KPIs) help small business owners make informed decisions based on data—not guesswork. They provide a clear picture of how your business is performing, help identify trends early, and keep you focused on the metrics that matter most.

Three of the most valuable KPIs to track are Sales Growth, Customer Acquisition Cost (CAC), and Gross Profit Margin. Together, they can help you understand whether your business is growing, how efficiently you're attracting new customers, and how much revenue you're keeping after costs.

👇 Click the blog link below to learn what the other two KPIs are and why they matter.

🔗 https://www.financeburger.com/post/why-small-business-owners-need-key-performance-indicators-kpis

07/07/2026

Cryptocurrency can offer exciting opportunities for small businesses—from lower transaction fees to faster payments and a broader customer base. But before you start accepting crypto, it's important to understand the tax implications.

Because cryptocurrency is often treated as property for tax purposes, transactions may trigger taxable events. That means you'll need to track the value of crypto when it's received and report any gains or losses when it's converted.

If you're considering accepting or holding cryptocurrency in your small business, consult a tax professional familiar with digital assets. A little planning today can help you stay compliant tomorrow.

🔗 To learn more about using cryptocurrency in your small business, click here: https://www.financeburger.com/post/how-cryptocurrency-could-transform-small-business

07/03/2026

EBITDA and SDE are often used side by side in small business valuation—but they don’t tell the same story, and both come with important limitations.

SDE (Seller’s Discretionary Earnings) is helpful for understanding “total benefit to owner,” but it can overlook real cash demands like working capital needs and significant capital expenditures required to keep the business running.

EBITDA (Earnings Before Interest, Taxes, Depreciation, and Amortization) is cleaner and more standardized—but it can also miss key realities like capital expenditures, working capital requirements, and owner perks that don’t show up in the calculation.

On its own, EBITDA can also be misleading in small owner-operated businesses because it doesn’t reflect what the owner actually takes home or what it truly costs to operate day-to-day.
That’s why neither metric should be viewed in isolation.

Understanding the limitations behind each number is just as important as the number itself.

👇 Want to learn more about how these two differ? Check out our blog below!

🔗 https://www.financeburger.com/post/when-to-use-seller-s-discretionary-earnings-versus-ebitda

06/30/2026

Vendor portals often get underestimated—but when used intentionally, they’re one of the cleanest ways to manage accounts payable.

Instead of chasing invoices across emails or paper trails, everything from a single vendor lives in one centralized place—history, current bills, and payment options all in one dashboard.

Many also allow direct payments, which reduces manual steps and keeps cash flow more organized and predictable.

For businesses working with larger vendors or recurring services, they create consistency, structure, and easier access to financial records when you need them.

The key isn’t avoiding portals—it’s using them as part of a standardized system that actually supports how your business runs.

🔗 Read more here: https://www.financeburger.com/post/how-small-businesses-receive-bills-and-why-it-matters

06/29/2026

Your numbers should tell a story—one that helps you make smarter decisions, grow with confidence, and understand where your business is going.

At Finance Burger, we turn messy, late, confusing financials into clear, meaningful insights.

Because it’s not just about tracking numbers—it’s about understanding them in real time.

Contact us today, so you can start seeing the story in your numbers.

📞 (317) 442-2869

06/26/2026

Want to know what can increase your EBITDA multiple?

It’s not just about generating more profit.

Businesses often command higher EBITDA multiples when they have recurring revenue, strong year-over-year growth, a diversified customer base, documented systems and processes, and healthy profit margins.

Why? Because buyers aren't just evaluating what your business earns today—they're evaluating how reliable those earnings will be tomorrow.

The more transferable, scalable, and predictable your business is, the more valuable it may become.

👇 Interested in learning more about EBITDA multiples, SDE multiples, and what drives business value? Check out our blog below!

🔗 https://www.financeburger.com/post/understanding-multiples-in-small-business-valuation

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06/23/2026

Operational intelligence helps you see what’s slowing your business down before it starts costing you time and money.

From process bottlenecks to staffing inefficiencies and excess inventory, operational intelligence turns everyday business data into actionable insights that help improve efficiency without increasing costs.

Data alone only tells you what happened. Business intelligence helps explain why it happened—and what to do next.

👇 Want to learn about the other common business intelligences that can help your business make smarter decisions, improve cash flow, and support long-term growth? Check out our blog below!

🔗 https://www.financeburger.com/post/why-business-intelligence-is-important-for-small-businesses

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