Hey, Sailor, Wanna Get Lucky?
Boat-making biz seeks new captain. Read more
Buying a Small Business
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Business for Sale: East Coast Herbal Supplier
Pass the echinacea! A company that supplies nutritional-supplement ingredients is for sale -- and poised for growth. Read more
Rescuing Tradition
Local ownership and a commitment to its devoted workers kept this boat building company afloat. Read more
Hot Tip: It Never Hurts to Ask
This oil service increased revenues 30% by purchasing small-scale businesses that large companies wanted to get out of. Read more
Business for Sale: Rocky Mountain Telecom Service
If you're looking for a business with serious growth potential in a hot market, this Rocky mountain telecom service might be your calling. Read more
Looking Ahead
Financial experts discuss one company's search for the best source of capital for future acquisitions. Read more
Expansion Dreams
Main Medical Inc. CEO John Tomayko's fund-raising goals are to raise $10 million to $15 million to support expansion and an acquisition. Experts weigh in. Read more
Business For Sale--Wisconsin Chocolate Shop
An overview of a business offering, including price, outlook, financial summary, and the pros and cons of the purchase. Read more
Can I Afford My Next Acquisition?
Advice for a cash-strapped entrepreneur who needs money to complete an acquisition Read more
A True Learning Organization
Great Harvest Bread Co. is a franchisor of retail bread bakeries (137 in all) headquartered in Dillon, Mont. The basic business looks simple: Bake and sel... Read more
Best Practices: Great Harvest Bread Co.
The company: Great Harvest Bread Co., headquartered in Dillon, Mont. Business: Franchisor of retail bread bakeries ... Read more
How Ideas Rise at Franchisor Great Harvest
Great Harvest Bread Co., headquartered in Dillon, Mont., is a franchisor of retail bread bakeries (137 in all) that make soft-crust bread from Montana who... Read more
Zen and the Art of the Self-Managing Company
The owners of Great Harvest Bread Co. are building a "learning organization" -- a company that fosters innovation and almost runs itself. Read more
Business for Sale: Mid-Atlantic Title-Insurance Brokerage
Looking for an entrepreneurial umbrella that could shelter you from the storms of the large corporate workplace? Then check out this four-year-old title-insu... Read more
Franchising for Growth
Is franchising the right growth strategy for your company? Use this guide to dive into the pros and cons of franchising. Read some winning (and losing) f... Read more
Buying a Franchise
Established name recognition. Cooperative marketing. Bulk purchasing power. Training and management expertise. They are some early advantages of buying a ... Read more
Financing Growth -- without Going into Debt
CEO/President: Max Oyler Company: Kelmax Equipment Co. (#212 on the 2000 Inc. 500), headquartered in Decat... Read more
Retaining Employees Following an Acquisition
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
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
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
How to Research a Franchise Only you can make the important decision about owning your own business. Anyone making such a decision n... Read more
Business for Sale: South Central Airport
Are your entrepreneurial dreams ready to take flight? Consider buying this state-of-the-art airport. Read more
10 Common Mistakes of Prospective Franchisees
1. Not reading, understanding or asking questions about the disclosure document. These documents are typically long, sometimes 80 pages, ... Read more
Business for Sale: Holiday-Products Manufacturer
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
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
Registering to Pay Taxes Once you have officially obtained the necessary licenses and permits for your business, you will be respo... Read more
Tax Issues for Connecticut Start-Ups
Registering to Pay Taxes Once you have officially obtained the necessary licenses and permits for your business, you will be respo... Read more
Information to Secure from a Franchisor
Here's a helpful checklist for investigating franchise opportunities. Read more
Franchise Site Evaluation Form
Name of person making report: Address: Phone: Date of report: Address of site: Information on Site, Customers, ... Read more
Tax Issues for Pennsylvania Start-Ups
Registering to Pay Taxes Once you have officially obtained the necessary licenses and permits for your business, you will be respo... Read more
Tax Issues for Colorado Start-Ups
Registering to Pay Taxes Once you have officially obtained the necessary licenses and permits for your business, you will be respo... Read more
Tax Issues for Minnesota Start-Ups
Registering to Pay Taxes Once you have officially obtained the necessary licenses and permits for your busin... Read more
Tax Issues for North Carolina Start-Ups
Registering to Pay Taxes Once you have officially obtained the necessary licenses and permits for your business, you will be respo... Read more
Tax Issues for New Jersey Start-Ups
Registering to Pay Taxes Once you have officially obtained the necessary licenses and permits for your business, you will be respo... Read more
Buying a Business: Basic Rules
Instead of starting from scratch, you can usually find someone with a business who wants to sell. Buying an established enterprise may be more costly, but... Read more
