As a business owner, financial decisions require careful planning and prioritizing, especially when large, capital-intensive purchases are involved. As you establish a process to achieve your company goals, you will need to demonstrate your math skills, consider different investment options, and describe how different investment vehicles can be used effectively to accomplish business goals.

You, as a small business owner, are interested in buying a lot for $38,000.You have a CD (certificate of deposit) worth $40,000 now, which earns 4% compounded annually and will mature in 3 years.You are thinking about cashing in the CD to purchase the lot, but cashing in the CD now means you will have to pay a withdrawal penalty of $500.You project the value of the lot will be $45,000 in 3 years and you intend to use it for immediate equipment storage purposes for your business.

Calculate how much your CD will be worth upon maturity.

Explain the differences (pros and cons) between these two investment options.

Prioritize and select the best option for your business and explain why that option is preferable.

Discuss the potential impact this choice will have on the future of your business.