Correcting A Negative Cash Flow
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Correcting a Negative Cash Flow
Summary
A negative cash flow can put your business on the path to bankruptcy. If your cash flow statement's 'Net Change' section shows a negative balance, immediate action is crucial to prevent your business from running out of cash.
Understanding a Cash Flow Statement
A Cash Flow Statement comprises five sections:
1. Beginning Cash Balance
2. Cash In
3. Cash Out
4. Net Change: (Cash In - Cash Out)
5. Ending Cash Balance: (Net Change + Beginning Cash Balance)
To reverse a negative balance in the 'Net Change' section, you have two choices: increase your cash inflow (revenue) or decrease your cash outflow (expenses).
Strategies to Increase Revenue
1. Offer Discounts: Encourage cash payments by offering incentives, such as a 2% discount on cash purchases. You can also provide discounts to clients who settle their debts within 10 to 30 days, reducing your receivables.
2. Focus on Reliable Clients: Prioritize clients who pay promptly. Avoid those who are consistently late or default on payments to boost your cash collection quickly.
3. Implement a Same-Day Rule: Send invoices immediately after providing services and deposit received checks on the same business day.
4. Be Cautious with Credit: Whenever possible, perform credit checks or ask for references before extending credit.
Strategies to Decrease Expenses
1. Analyze Expenses Thoroughly: Review all your expenses to identify unnecessary ones that can be eliminated.
2. Barter Services: Exchange services with businesses in other industries. For instance, a landscaper could trade services with a printing company to reduce costs.
3. Reduce Inventory: Inventory ties up cash. Maintain the minimum inventory necessary to free up cash flow.
Tip
Minimize expenses relentlessly. Examine your cash flow statement for non-essential items. Even small monthly savings can accumulate significantly over time.
By applying these strategies, you can improve your business's financial health and ensure a positive cash flow.
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