We have been enjoying a nice spring in Dallas – moderate temperatures, not too much rain and mostly sunny skies. In the investing world, these conditions signal that the time is ripe for a private company investment. But just as gardeners inspect the soil, check on the sunlight, and consider the available water sources before

Throwing the baby out with the bath water is a pithy expression that suggests exercising caution when business partners in private companies are seeking to achieve a business divorce.  The majority owner and the departing minority partner in the business may both see this process as a “take no prisoners” type of battle. But adopting

During Valentine’s Day month, we are taking a look at 50-50 owned private businesses.  Forming a co-owned company may sound like a good idea on paper because the two partners are close friends or family members who are making the same investment, sharing equal control, and receiving the same financial returns. But, as in marriages