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Buying a Franchise

Oct 17, 2000

Buying a Franchise, Buying a Business or Franchise Article - Buying your own franchise is one way to break into the entrepreneurial ranks and become your own bo  Read more

Financing Growth -- without Going into Debt

By Thea Singer |  Oct 15, 2000

When Kelmax Equipment Co. grew more than expected, the partners knew they'd have to either bring in cash or forgo certain growth opportunities.  Read more

Retaining Employees Following an Acquisition

Sep 12, 2000

Steps you can take to retain as many existing employees as possible when you acquire a company.  Read more

Business for Sale: Southeastern Distributor of Semiprecious Stones

By Jill Andresky Fraser |  Sep 1, 2000

Looking for a gem of a business opportunity? Consider this multifaceted distributor of semiprecious stones. Profile includes price, valuation methodology, an...  Read more

Business for Sale: Florida Fuel-Delivery Service

By Jill Andresky Fraser |  Jul 1, 2000

Here's a business that could spark any entrepreneur's interest: an on-the-spot fuel delivery service for luxury boats. Profile includes price, valuation meth...  Read more

Four-Week Franchise Research Plan

By Gerald Moriarty |  Jun 8, 2000

Need some help investigating franchise opportunities? Check out this four-week, step-by-step research plan and adapt it to your specific needs.  Read more

Business for Sale: South Central Airport

By Jill Andresky Fraser |  May 1, 2000

Are your entrepreneurial dreams ready to take flight? Consider buying this state-of-the-art airport.  Read more

10 Common Mistakes of Prospective Franchisees

By Roger C. Rule |  Jan 1, 2000

Thinking of buying a franchise? Avoid these common mistakes.  Read more

Business for Sale: Holiday-Products Manufacturer

By Jill Andresky Fraser |  Dec 1, 1999

Want to cash in on one of the fastest-growing holiday markets in America? Consider this child-oriented holiday-products manufacturer. Profile includes price,...  Read more

Business for Sale: Texas Liquor Retailer and Wholesaler

By Jill Andresky Fraser |  Nov 1, 1999

Looking for a sparkling way to uncork the new millennium? Consider this Texas-based liquor retailer and wholesaler. Profile includes price, how the business ...  Read more

Tax Issues for New Hampshire Start-Ups

Oct 25, 1999

This excerpt from Chapters 3 and 4 of "SmartStart Your New Hampshire Business" discusses many of the taxes new businesses must collect and register to pay.  Read more

Tax Issues for Connecticut Start-Ups

Oct 24, 1999

This excerpt from Chapters 3 and 4 of "SmartStart Your Connecticut Business" discusses many of the taxes new businesses must collect and register to pay.  Read more

Information to Secure from a Franchisor

By Erwin J. Keup |  Oct 24, 1999

Here's a helpful checklist for investigating franchise opportunities.  Read more

Franchise Site Evaluation Form

By Erwin J. Keup |  Oct 24, 1999

When trying to evaluate suitable site locations for your potential franchise, use this form as a guideline.  Read more

Tax Issues for Pennsylvania Start-Ups

Oct 22, 1999

This excerpt from Chapters 3 and 4 of "SmartStart Your Pennsylvania Business" discusses many of the taxes new businesses must collect and register to pay.  Read more

Tax Issues for Colorado Start-Ups

Oct 22, 1999

This excerpt from Chapters 3 and 4 of "SmartStart Your Colorado Business" discusses many of the taxes new businesses must collect and register to pay.  Read more

Tax Issues for Minnesota Start-Ups

Oct 22, 1999

This excerpt from Chapters 3 and 4 of "SmartStart Your Minnesota Business" outlines taxes new businesses must collect and register to pay.  Read more

Tax Issues for North Carolina Start-Ups

Oct 22, 1999

This excerpt from Chapters 3 and 4 of "SmartStart Your North Carolina Business" discusses many of the taxes new businesses must collect and register to pay.  Read more

Tax Issues for New Jersey Start-Ups

Oct 22, 1999

This excerpt from Chapters 3 and 4 of "SmartStart Your New Jersey Business" discusses many of the taxes new businesses must collect and register to pay.  Read more

Buying a Business: Basic Rules

Oct 22, 1999

This article offers tips to those looking to buy an established business.  Read more

Tax Issues for Ohio Start-Ups

Oct 21, 1999

This excerpt from Chapters 3 and 4 of "SmartStart Your Ohio Business" discusses many of the taxes new businesses must collect and register to pay.  Read more

Tax Issues for Michigan Start-Ups

Oct 21, 1999

This excerpt from Chapters 3 and 4 of "SmartStart Your Michigan Business" discusses many of the taxes new businesses must collect and register to pay.  Read more

Tax Issues for District of Columbia Start-Ups

Oct 20, 1999

This excerpt from Chapters 3 and 4 of "SmartStart Your District of Columbia Business" discusses many of the taxes new businesses must collect and register to...  Read more

Tax Issues for Florida Start-Ups

Oct 20, 1999

This excerpt from Chapters 3 and 4 of "SmartStart Your Florida Business" discusses many of the taxes new businesses must collect and register to pay.  Read more

Tax Issues for Georgia Start-Ups

Oct 20, 1999

This excerpt from Chapters 3 and 4 of "SmartStart Your Georgia Business" discusses many of the taxes new businesses must collect and register to pay.  Read more