By Jeff Swiggett You would love to operate your own business, and over the years you’ve set aside money to invest in a company to fulfill this lifelong dream. And when it finally comes time to buy a business of your own, you’re left with two options: investing in a franchise opportunity or buying an independent […]
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Are you dying to start a business–now? Entrepreneurs are impatient by nature, so going through all the steps required to start a business—from writing a business plan to finding a location and applying licenses and permits—can be sheer agony for many. There are two shortcuts to starting a business that can put you in the
We’re already mid-way through 2019. Have you been keeping up with New Year’s resolutions? Or, have you achieved any New Year, New Me goals? No matter the case, it’s not too late to start now. If buying a business is on your professional bucket-list, this goal can be achieved a lot sooner than you think.
By Josh Cohen When you buy a franchise, you’re not starting a business from scratch, but you still have work to do. Many new franchisees underestimate what it takes to succeed—they don’t realize there’s more to franchising than just picking a brand and opening a new location. Becoming a new franchisee is an uphill climb
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Should this be the year you finally start your own business? If you ask the experts at BizBuySell.com, the answer is a resounding “Yes.” According to BizBuySell.com’s Annual 2018 Insight Report, 2019 is set to be a great time to buy a business. When you think about becoming your own boss, you may not have
By Bruce Hakutizwi Liquor stores can be a very stable option for those looking to acquire a business of their own. But just like any other business, liquor store owners who are more likely to succeed work hard, are dedicated, and have a solid understanding of the business and its potential pitfalls before they jump
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The U.S. market of businesses for sale is on a hot streak. Small businesses are selling for record-breaking prices, according to BizBuySell, a marketplace for small business buyers and sellers. Business owners are entering the market and listing their businesses for sale to capitalize on rising prices, BizBuySell reports. Meanwhile, business buyers are willing to
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Make money online! How many times have you seen those words on an email subject line or emblazoned across a piece of clickbait? I don’t think I need to tell Allbusiness.com readers that the information behind virtually every “make money online” come-on line is disappointing. However, one time-honored way to make money is to buy
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By Bruce Hakutizwi If you’ve ever watched ABC’s Shark Tank, you’ll know the Sharks are at their most vicious when the contestants pitching their business ideas don’t know their numbers. They’ll pounce when questions about basic metrics like revenue, profit margin, and cost of customer acquisition are met with feeble replies of “Ummm…” and “Well…”
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