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The Ohio Commercial Activity Tax is Changing — Are You Ready?

The Ohio legislature passed House Bill 33 in July of 2023, and arguably the most significant piece of tax legislation was changes to the Ohio Commercial Activity Tax (CAT). In essence, while the changes do not eliminate the CAT, they effectively will result in most small businesses exempted from the tax over the next couple of years.

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Insights from the 2023 Car Wash Show

Last month, I had the opportunity to attend The Car Wash Show in Las Vegas. This year’s event had more than 400 exhibitors and more than 9,000 attendees and featured engaging presentations and insightful discussions showcasing the latest industry developments. For those of you in the industry who didn’t have a chance to attend the event, or even those of you who did but couldn’t make it to every session you wanted to attend, I would like to recap some of my key takeaways.

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Turbocharging Your Car Wash for Growth: The Car Wash Advisory Board

Apple Growth Partners (AGP) had the pleasure of hosting a panel discussion at this year’s Car Wash Show in Las Vegas, Nevada. Our conversation sparked a lot of great questions and discussions. Our team believes in the power of Healthy Growth® and one of the best ways we continue to demonstrate that is with our ability to team with owners and leadership groups to tackle head-on the opportunities and challenges facing the business today.

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What Is My Dealership Worth?

In the wake of the COVID-19 pandemic, automotive dealerships have experienced a significant surge in buy-sell activity, which has fueled many opportunities for dealership owners. While publicly traded dealerships have taken a step back from new acquisitions, privately held counterparts are harnessing the strength of their robust balance sheets to expand their footprint.

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Why Outsourcing Your Accounting and Finance Team Can Benefit Your Business

As a leader in the car wash industry, you know first-hand how important it is to keep a close eye on your financial records and overall financial health. It’s essential that you have the ability to collect accurate and timely financial information that will allow you to make informed decisions, manage cash flow, and plan for the future.

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6 Things To Consider Before Purchasing a Car Wash

The rapid growth of the carwash industry has made it a promising investment for those interested in owning a business. The opportunities will continue to grow as the industry expands — the global car wash services market is anticipated to grow when you consider that more than 72% of drivers in the United States regularly use professional car wash services.

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