By Allan Levine The recent International Council of Shopping Centers (ICSC) convention on retail real estate in many ways demonstrated how shopping malls are changing and business is bustling. News reports about mall closings needs to be balanced with the understanding that new “lifestyle centers” are attracting the next generation…
Madison Capital Comes to the Rescue of Small Businesses in Rural Communities. Tom Myers spends a lot of time talking to bankers. He was once one himself and knows the independent finance company that now employs him can fill important needs that banks can’t. “We do things that banks don’t,”…
Whatever your perspective on the events of 2017, most would agree that it was a year of great upheaval and uncertainty. Between surprising election results, shocking allegations of misconduct from public figures, and devastating natural disasters, there were times when it felt nearly impossible to predict what news each day…
From Star Bursts to Walk-Through Ornaments, Baltimore’s Becker Group Specializes in Décor for Holiday Trimming Around the World Leaders of The Becker Group, a privately held company in Baltimore, found their way into this business in interesting ways. Founder Gordon Becker began working while still in college as a Santa…
If you own a business – especially in the landscaping or snow removal industries – you’ve probably already begun planning for the opportunities and challenges winter brings. But if the up-front cost of plows, salt spreaders and snow blowers is more of a burden than anticipated, you could be left in…
Lease Your Décor This Holiday Season As a retail business owner or property manager, seasonal decorations may not be on your current list of necessities – but they should be. Statistics show that retailers make between 20% and 40% of their total yearly income during the holidays. Therefore, it is…
DON’T MISS THE DEADLINE FOR TAX BENEFITS FROM SECTION 179 We want to remind you there are less than three months remaining to take advantage of the Section 179 deduction. This allows businesses to deduct the full cost of qualified equipment from their 2017 taxes, up to $500,000, with a…
The Reagor Dykes Auto Group began operating in Lubbock, Texas, by nurturing local roots and connections, and a commitment to being more than the stereotypical small-town auto dealership. While continuing to invest generously in the communities from which they sprang, their leaders’ ambitions have produced an enterprise today encompassing 20-25…
For companies in the landscaping and snow removal business, it’s important to stay ahead of the upcoming winter and spring seasons. That’s why September is the perfect month to take stock of your equipment needs and financing options. The proper financing is essential to getting the equipment you need, but…
August was not as busy as prior months; however, Madison does a large percentage of its annual business the last four months of the year. This year should be no different. The recent hurricane in Texas will require replacement vehicles. We welcome the opportunity to help our clients get up…
