(But It’s Close) 

Wouldn’t it be nice to know if you can afford to hire, expand, or finally splurge on that office espresso machine? That’s where financial forecasting comes in. It’s not magic—it’s math, with a dash of hope.

Why forecasting matters:

• Predict cash flow gaps before they happen

• Secure loans or investors with confidence

• Make smart business decisions with data, not vibes

Types of forecasts:

• Sales forecast – Predicting future revenue

• Expense forecast – Anticipating costs

• Cash flow forecast – Knowing when you’ll run out (or roll in it)

Forecasting tools:

• LivePlan, Float, or even Excel with last year’s numbers

✅ Funny Tip: Forecasting won’t tell you if Mercury’s in retrograde, but it might tell you when your budget will be.