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Managing Risk and Opportunity in the Auto Dealership Sector – 2026 Outlook

The auto industry continues to evolve rapidly, shaped by shifting consumer expectations, regulatory changes, and economic uncertainty. For Ontario auto dealerships, staying competitive means being proactive—not just reactive. SB Partners LLP, in …

How to Increase Your Profitability

Looking to boost your business profits? Start by focusing on four key areas that directly impact your bottom line: price, volume, variable costs, and fixed costs. In today’s fast-changing economy, staying agile and informed is essential.

Succession in Family Businesses

As a family business prepares for succession, it is critical to factor family dynamics into the equation. Most businesses have clear financial disciplines, production processes, sales and marketing practices, and so on. Meanwhile, family dynamics …

How to Creditor Proof Your Auto Dealership

Planning and implementation of creditor-proofing strategies can only be undertaken when a business is solvent and operating in the ordinary course of business. Attempts to creditor-proof during insolvency are subject to significant legal challenge …

What Is Your Status? Not-for-Profit vs. Charitable Organizations

Many organizations are becoming increasingly active in philanthropic activities and engagement. The range of causes looking for support is huge. Sector Source, a project run by Imagine Canada, reports over 170,000 charities and not-for-profits in …

Changes to CBV Valuation Standards are Here

The Canadian Institute of Chartered Business Valuators (“CICBV”), the body that governs our work as Chartered Business Valuators (“CBV’s”) has recently implemented some rather significant changes to our practice standards (the “Practice Standards”) …

Valuation of Sole Proprietorships

During a recent presentation on the valuation of businesses to a group of family law lawyers, we were discussing the various types of businesses that we get asked to value (i.e. sole proprietorships, partnerships and corporations) and were …

SB Partners Announces New Associate Partner

SB Partners is pleased to announce the appointment of Ian Lobo as Associate Partner, Valuations, effective February 1st, 2026. “Over the last 10 years, Ian has been instrumental in getting the Valuation practice to where it is today. He is a …

SB Partners Announces Appointment of Deborah Andrews as Partner

Effective January 1, 2026, SB Partners is proud to announce the appointment of Deborah Andrews as Partner, Assurance & Advisory (A&A). This milestone reflects Deb’s exceptional contributions, leadership, and unwavering commitment to client success …

Understanding Business Valuation: A Guide to Key Terms Every Business Owner Should Know

Whether you’re preparing to sell, planning succession, attracting investors, or making strategic decisions, a business valuation provides critical insights into your company’s worth. But valuation reports can often seem complex, filled with …

Trusts in Matrimonial Matters

Trusts may arise for a variety or reasons including, but not limited to, on the death of a loved one or as part of estate planning to minimize taxes and effect a transfer of property to the next generation.

CRA Changes from Paper to Online Mail for Some Individuals

If you are registered for a Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) account and currently receive paper mail, the way you receive your mail from the CRA might be changing.

Understanding Canada’s EIFEL Rules

To align with global tax standards and curb base erosion and profit shifting (BEPS), the Canada Revenue Agency (CRA) has introduced the Excessive Interest and Financing Expenses Limitation (EIFEL) rules. These rules aim to ensure that corporations …

Three Reasons Auto Dealers Should Have a Personal Financial Plan

Most auto dealers would agree that personal financial planning is important but too often multiple priorities and the daily pressures of the business distract from developing a comprehensive strategy. Below we outline why financial planning is …

Tips to Identifying Personal Expenses When Doing Income Reports

An important issue for any Income For Support (“IFS”) report is identifying personal items that are included in the expenses of a business. While it is extremely common for business owners to deduct personal items in their expenses, it can be …

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