General business related topics including strategy, marketing and of course, finance. Fraim, Cawley & Company, CPAs provides business advisory services along with a full array of accountant services to the Roanoke area.

The Empty Box Phenomenon

Originally published October 21, 2013 My favorite uncle, Sam Stevens, has always had a lot of insight. Throughout my life I’ve often looked to him as a source of perspective…

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Now He Tells Me

Originally published October 7, 2013 “I crossed that intersection Truck came in my direction Crashed – then the driver said: “Look out, can’t you see that light is red?” Now…

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Has Your Business Borrowed Too Much? How to Measure and Manage Your Business Debt for Better Cash Flow

Originally published August 20, 2013 “Debt is the slavery of the free.” – Publilius Syrus I’m a firm believer that every business can benefit from a certain amount of debt. Borrowing…

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Do Not Become Overly Specific

Originally published June 24, 2013 In my last article I spoke about the danger of being too broad and general in the services we offer – the “Jack of all trades, master…

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