How to Use a Cash Flow Forecast to Stay Ahead Want to Predict Problems Before They Happen?
Running a business on gut instinct works — until it doesn’t.
What if you could look 8–12 weeks ahead and see cash problems before they hit? That’s the power of a cash flow forecast — your best defense against surprises.
A good forecast shows your expected income, expenses, and cash position week by week. You can see if payroll will be tight. You’ll know when to hold off on big expenses. And you’ll finally stop living deposit to deposit.
Real World Mistake & Lesson:
One client, a painting contractor, was profitable but kept bouncing checks. Once we mapped out a rolling 13-week forecast, he realized the mismatch between when cash came in and when he paid suppliers. He started invoicing faster, collected deposits earlier, and adjusted his payroll schedule. Within one month, the fire drills stopped.
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