Author name: Coast to Coast

Discover how to grow your brand with Arianne Sackville of Bell & Bone Bell & Bone is an Australian business success story with products selling around the world.  But the woman behind the brand – founder Arianne Sackville – says she is just “a passionate dog mum, hoping to make a big change for all […]

It’s a new year and maybe you’re struggling with the challenges of a new business, too! Sadly, one of the first things small businesses cut in tough economic conditions is marketing. And yet, this is when you need it most! Sometimes, faced with the rising costs of doing business, owners see marketing as a discretionary

By Adeel Momin – CVO (Chief Valuation Officer) of Xcllusive Business Valuations Most SME owners don’t start their business because they love bookkeeping! They start because they’re good at something – building, creating, solving problems, serving customers. But as the business grows, so does the paperwork! Receipts pile up, invoices get delayed, accounts sit unreconciled,

We know startups are inherently risky and have a high failure rate, mostly due to the fact that venture funding is so hard to secure. In fact, less than 0.05% receiving venture funding. As a result, approximately 20% of new Australian businesses fail in the first year – and up to 60% do not survive beyond five years

Recently released figures show that the South Australian economy is leading the nation in growth. The Festival State has the strongest growing economy in Australia, according to State Final Demand (SFD) figures released by the Australian Bureau of Statistics. SA’s SFD for the March Quarter increased by 1.3%, almost double the next best in Queensland

If you thought laundromats were a thing of the past, you’d be wrong!  The laundromat industry is currently experiencing a boom in Australia, with many reporting significant profits.  At Coast to Coast Australia Magazine, we are finding that laundromats are increasingly popular with buyers seeking a passive income with strong potential for growth.  Modern laundromats are

When devastating bushfires raged across South Australia’s Kangaroo Island in 2019-20, recovery seemed impossible. Almost half of the Island was destroyed, along with countless homes, businesses, crops, forests, tourism venues, farm machinery and an estimated 32,000 head of stock.  Not to mention the heartbreaking impact on the Island’s abundant wildlife and pristine natural attractions, such

Jim Abbass, Principal and Founder, Create Legal Whether you’re stepping into business ownership or preparing for sale, getting the right commercial and legal advice is essential. This article explains how the right legal support will help you identify and mitigate risks early, structure the deal appropriately, and ensure the transaction runs as smoothly as possible.

By Anna Lum Every week, I hear the same question from people looking at businesses for sale: “Is this business really worth what they’re asking?” It’s a fair question. Whether you’re a buyer searching for your next opportunity – or a seller hoping to cash in on years of hard work – understanding what drives