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MILWAUKEE, March 2023\u00a0– Going into business presents a whole set of challenges, and going into business with a partner brings different questions and details to figure out. Here are seven items to consider before going into business with a partner:<\/p>\n

1. Values: Values are the foundation of any business partnership just like any relationship in life. “Shared values are vital, even before working on your vision,” says Clay Cooper, CFP\u00ae at Clearview Financial Partners, an affiliate of Northwestern Mutual. “They guide decision-making, communication, and overall business strategy. Without mutual values, conflicts and misunderstandings can arise, leading to a breakdown in the partnership. Shared values create trust and can make conflict resolution much easier.”<\/p>\n

2. Goals & Objectives: “To get where you want to go, you need to know where you are heading,” says Cooper. That’s why you’ve got to have crystal-clear goals and objectives that spell out exactly what you’re trying to achieve and how you’re going to get there. At times, the team needs this even more than the partners need this. Things might change along the way, but having a solid business plan from the get-go is key to staying motivated and focused, and ultimately achieving your shared vision.<\/p>\n

3. Communication: Taking the time to communicate openly and honestly is key when entering a business partnership. “Too often, I see people having easy conversations that lead to difficult relationships, instead of having difficult conversations that lead to easy relationships. It’s important to address challenging issues head-on, even if it’s uncomfortable, to build stronger and more meaningful connections,” says Cooper. Partners should ensure that they are clear about what they need from each other to give the business the best possible chance. It can be helpful to discuss differences in communication styles and set expectations from the beginning.<\/p>\n

4. Conflict Resolution: Similar to communication, having a plan for resolving conflicts or disagreements when they arise is essential for any business partnership. Early on, develop a process for talking through issues constructively and know when to consult an objective third party. “We hold a standing meeting every Monday to discuss both the challenges and opportunities that arise in our business. Over time, this practice has become ingrained in our company culture, and we’ve developed a habit of addressing conflicts head-on, with the goal of finding effective solutions and continuously improving. Just like anything, the more you do it the easier it gets,” says Cooper.<\/p>\n

5. Finances: “Money is an emotional magnifier,” says Cooper. Partners will want to understand who is providing what financial resources and how they’ll split the profits. Partners may also want to discuss life insurance options to protect the business should one of the partners die prematurely. If the budget allows, it may be worth considering permanent life insurance policies like whole life insurance. Whole life insurance comes with a cash value component that grows over time. Business owners can borrow against the cash value for any reason, including to cover an unexpected cost or finance an opportunity.<\/p>\n

6. Define Roles, Documentation & Formalization: Establish roles and responsibilities early on, so that everyone knows who is responsible for what tasks in the partnership. “If you and your partner have identical roles and strengths, this could be a sign this is not the right partner for you,” Cooper says. “You want the sum of the parts to be greater than the whole.” It is also important to have everything appropriately documented to protect all parties involved and divide ownership formally. Business partners may want to consult a lawyer before starting the business. “A formal written agreement should be table stakes for any partnership,” says Cooper. “Handshake agreements very rarely work out well in the end.”<\/p>\n

7. Exit Strategies: All businesses come to an end with one of the four D’s: Departure, divorce, disability, or death. Business partners will want to discuss an exit strategy in case one partner decides to leave the venture for any reason. Setting money aside can help with a planned departure or sudden divorce. Life or disability insurance can be an important part of this strategy if there is an unplanned health event – “which no health events are planned,” notes Cooper. It may be helpful to talk to a lawyer and a financial advisor to help develop an agreement outlining how things will be handled if this happens. Discuss with your advisor how whole life insurance can also act as a tool to buy out your partner, acting like a Swiss Army knife for the business and partnerships.<\/p>\n

The bottom line<\/p>\n

These are just some considerations when going into business with a partner. Taking the time to think through each of these points can help ensure that both parties are on the same page and give the business the best possible chance.<\/p>\n

The primary purpose of permanent life insurance is to provide a death benefit. Using permanent life insurance accumulated value to supplement retirement income will reduce the death benefit and may affect other aspects of the policy.<\/p>\n

Certified Financial Planner Board of Standards Inc. owns the certification marks CFP\u00ae, CERTIFIED FINANCIAL PLANNER\u2122 and CFP\u00ae (with flame design) in the U.S., which it awards to individuals who successfully complete CFP Board’s initial and ongoing certification requirements.<\/p>\n

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Communities are leveraging tip411 to enhance public safety<\\\/i><\\\/b><\\\/p>

CHICAGO, ILLINOIS, February 15, 2024 -- The Rockford Police Department and Peoria schools and police department are celebrating significant successes in crime-solving and community engagement thanks to the implementation of the tip411 anonymous tip system.<\\\/p>

In Rockford, the Police Department recently announced a major breakthrough in a murder case, crediting anonymous tips for the capture of William Jones, the suspect charged with the murder of Peggy Anderson in January.<\\\/p>

Rockford Police Chief Carla Redd expressed gratitude to the community, stating, \\\"I can't say thank you enough to the entire Rockford community for working with us.\\\"<\\\/p>

Meanwhile, in Peoria, the collaboration between Peoria Schools, Peoria Police, and tip411 has yielded impressive results. Peoria PD reported a 300% improvement in anonymous tip submissions compared to the previous year.<\\\/p>

The Director of School Safety for Peoria Public Schools, Demario Boone, shared a success story, stating, \\\"We saw a person identified as possibly one of our students on Instagram with a firearm. [We] found out it was a fake B-B gun, removed from the home. An officer was at the house in 20 minutes, and we were able to close the case.\\\"<\\\/p>

tip411 is a leading anonymous two-way communication and tip tool, has proven its efficacy in 2,500 communities across the U.S., connecting the public with law enforcement, solving crimes, and enhancing overall public safety.<\\\/p>

Terry Halsch, President of tip411, emphasized the broader success of the system, stating, \\\"tip411 has been successful in 2,500 communities across the U.S., helping connect the public with law enforcement, solve crimes, and enhance overall public safety. The achievements in Rockford and Peoria are testaments to the impact tip411 can have on communities, fostering a safer environment through active engagement and anonymous reporting.\\\"<\\\/p>

Citizens in Rockford can submit anonymous tips via text by texting the keyword \\\"RPDTIP\\\" along with their message to 847411. The Rockford PD mobile app, developed by tip411 and available for free on the Google Play Store and iTunes App Store, also facilitates anonymous tip submissions.<\\\/p>

Residents in Peoria can submit anonymous tips to the Peoria PD by texting \\\"PEORIAPD\\\" and the tip information to 847411. The PEORIAPD Tip mobile app, powered by tip411, is available for free on the iTunes and Google Play App Store. Additionally, Peoria Public Schools encourage anonymous tip submissions by texting \\\"PEORIAPS\\\" to 847411 or using the free app available on the iTunes and Google Play App Store.<\\\/p>

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