Business Management Tools
The ARA offers business management tools to help rental operators run a more efficient and effective business.
This guide will inform you on the most effective way to select and purchase inventory so you have the right mix for your store.
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This product is a comprehensive overview of contracts, providing information about limiting liability and providing a wealth of sample clauses and other essential facts. Updated in 2011 with 16 new contract clauses. Authored by James R. Waite, Esq.
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This product provides a step-by-step process for creating a cash flow budget and tips for increasing cash flow.
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This guide offers you a step-by-step process for selecting and implementing a computer system for your rental operation.
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This product details how to develop your business plan.
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This guide is designed to help you navigate the loan approval process and acquire the financing you need to grow your business.
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ARA offers the following three manuals containing forms for day-to-day business transactions:
- Equipment Rental Industry Forms and Resource Manual (click here to view the Table of Contents)
- Party & Event Forms and Resource Manual (click here to view the Table of Contents)
- Tent Forms and Resource Manual (click here to view the Table of Contents)
A special section produced by RENTAL MANAGEMENT for the American Rental Association (ARA), outlines some of the key factors to consider for "Planning for your financial future."
Whether you’re expanding your facility or building a new one, this guide will assist you on site selection, land and building requirements, real property options and store layout.
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A guide for business succession within a family-run rental operation.
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Use this guide to help you use financial statements to effectively manage your business, compare current and past business performance, set goals for future targets and projections, create budgets and assist with staff evaluations.
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