Business Opportunities Articles For Entrepreneurs & Small Business Owners

What is a Compromise Agreement?

When a relationship between an employee and employer breaks down irretrievably a compromise agreement can be the only way to deal with the situation and prevent a possible complaint to an Employment Tribunal.      A ‘compromise agreement’ is a legally binding agreement following the termination of employment. It usually provides for a severance payment by the […]

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What Is A Franchise Agreement?

If you are considering investing in a franchise then you will need to become familiar with a whole host of terms, of which franchise agreement is just one. This should be one of the very first terms you become familiar with because it is effectively the document that will govern your business relationship with the […]

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Franchise Consultants And Their Roles

If you wish to run your own business under a major brand name then you may want to become familiar with the term “franchise consultant”. Franchise consultants are essential in the business sector today because they play a proactive role in the franchising of businesses for franchisees and franchisors alike. They offer numerous advantages in […]

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10 Tips On How To Start A Franchise

You may be looking to run your own business in the near future, and if this is the case then franchising is a very real option for you. Starting a franchise does not have the same level of risk attached to it as starting a business from scratch providing that you choose the correct business […]

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8 Benefits Of Owning And Opening A Franchise

If you have entrepreneurial aspirations then you may have considered owning a franchise to boost your business credentials and get your career off to a flying start. After all, many budding entrepreneurs consider starting up their own business and opening a franchise when they first start out. Everyone has to start somewhere. Having said that […]

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Franchise Fees – How Much Does A Franchise Cost?

What Are Franchise Fees? The first expense to a new franchise owner (franchisee) is the money paid to the parent company.  This is the franchise fee.  The prime benefit of becoming a franchisee is instant name awareness.  People are more likely to have their oil changed at a national chain rather than “Bob & Frank’s […]

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How To Buy An Agriculture Business For Sale

The agriculture business is a thriving and booming business industry.  In the past a farm was run by a family unit or by an individual.  Today, you will find that many farms for sale are actually run by a team of specialists that manage all the different assets of the agriculture business.  There are many […]

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How To Buy A Vending Business

Today’s advanced technology has caused consumers to want instant gratification. When they want something, they want it right there and then. That is one of the reasons vending machines have become so popular. If you are sure that you want to buy a vending business, there is no better business to get into. You can […]

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A Quick Guide To Buying A Bank

It is a known fact that money makes money and it certainly makes the world go round! However, clichés aside, banks actually provide a real investment opportunity for entrepreneurs looking to build a sizable business empire. There are plenty of banks for sale, believe it or not, as a result of the harsh global economic […]

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How To Buy A Dental Practice For Sale

Many dentists own several dentist offices while practicing only from one or two of them.  Other times you will find a dental care business for sale because the current dentist is planning to retire. Finding a dental practice for sale can be an extremely profitable business investment to put your hard earned money into. Locating […]

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Ron Joyce: Entrepreneur And Tim Horton’s Donut King

Ron Joyce is undoubtedly one of Canada’s favourite sons. He is honoured throughout the country as a result of his business and philanthropic efforts, as well as being one of the best known entrepreneurs. Ron Joyce founded Tim Hortons with the now legendary Mr. Horton. However, the success of the brand was undoubtedly down to […]

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How To Buy Interior Design Businesses

If you have decided to add another business to your portfolio then you may want to look into the interior design industry. There is much demand for an interior design business owing to the trend of employing someone to decorate a home or an office from top to bottom. There are many interior design businesses […]

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Tips on Buying A Catering Business For Sale

So you are thinking of buying a catering business? The following is a guideline to some of the factors you need to take into consideration before purchasing a catering business. Know Your Business To be a caterer, you really need to enjoy talking to people because over 80% of your business dealings will be selling […]

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How To Buy Financial Businesses For Sale

The financial market is experiencing a period of significant growth at the moment and, as such, there is a very real demand for financial businesses out there. However, as a direct result of the fact that people get into the industry without examining the implications closely, there are many businesses failing and many financial businesses […]

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How To Buy A Medical Clinic

Finding a medical clinic for sale and buying one can be a complicated process.  There are many steps involved in changing over ownership of medical clinics, urgent care clinics and health care clinics.  These types of clinics for sale are good investments but require careful planning and being resourceful. Client Base When you find medical […]

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Franchise Executives Innovative Thinking

Challenging times call for innovative thinking and problem solving.  I was interested to read in a section of the Wall Street Journal that Dominos Pizza is considering making loans available to its franchisees. This will allow franchisees to gain access to capital and not suffer from the limiting affects of the credit crunch in the […]

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How Serious Business Buyers Can Buy a Business

Buying a company is an example of that classic situation where there is only one item for sale with potentially multiple buyers.  As one of several bidders you must expect to be viewed both in terms of the absolute value of your offer and perhaps more importantly in terms of your relative strength against other […]

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The Top 10 Small Business Opportunities

It is a fact that, in order for a new small business to succeed today, it needs to be able to fulfil a need in the marketplace. Small businesses that provide a product or service that hundreds of other accessible, larger, and successful companies provide as well almost always fail. As such, starting a new […]

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12 Things You Absolutely Must Know Before Buying A Business

Buying a business has been characterized as risky.  However, if you do your due diligence, you will reduce the risk into an opportunity.  I advocate buying a business when you want to grow more quickly and especially when there are assets that will enhance the total operation. Before you buy a business, consider these factors: […]

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The 8 Biggest Mistakes When Buying A Business

Many people dream of owning a business. I was a teenager when I started my first business. Since then I have bought or started many businesses and helped others do the same. Here are some common mistakes I have witnessed or committed myself. Mistake #1 – Paying too much This results from the combination of […]

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