Jan 09
What Are Capital Expenditures and How Do I Estimate Them Correctly? [#AskBP 080]
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In this episode of the #AskBP Podcast, Scott Trench talks about Capital Expenditures, or CapEx. You’ll learn about some of the unique characteristics of this type of expense, and how to predict and plan for them in the future. This is a subject that a lot of investors struggle with, and Scott explains how these types of expenses need to be accounted for, planned for, and conservatively managed. Don’t miss this episode on this critical kind expense!
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