Battered Investor Syndrome® Explained

While this article was originally published by our parent company, The Entrepreneur’s Source, several years ago, recent fluctuations in the stock market make this information highly relevant again to our visitors. If your 401k or IRA accounts are starting to concern you, we ask that you take a few minutes to review. Please keep an…

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Leveraging Your 401K To Launch a New Franchise Business?

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Rollovers for Business Startups (ROBS) is a financing strategy that allows entrepreneurs to use their retirement funds to start or acquire an existing franchise business without incurring taxes or early withdrawal penalties. This method has gained popularity among aspiring business owners, particularly those interested in launching new franchise businesses. Here’s what adults need to know…

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Top 10 Surprise Benefits of Becoming a Franchisee

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Franchising is a popular business model that has been embraced by entrepreneurs across North America, going back more than 100 years. While franchising might have a few negative connotations, there are numerous unexpected benefits that make it an attractive investment opportunity. Here are the top 10 unexpected benefits of becoming a franchise business owners –…

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Best Low-Cost Franchise Opportunities in 2024

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The dream of being your own boss is a powerful motivator for the majority of adults. It conjures up images of independence, flexibility, freedom, and the potential for financial rewards. But for many aspiring entrepreneurs, the high cost of starting a business from scratch can be a daunting hurdle. Franchise businesses offer a compelling alternative.…

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Unlocking Franchise Opportunities: A Guide for Senior Executives

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Franchise ownership offers a unique pathway for entrepreneurs to expand a proven businesses while sharing the risk and rewards with like-minded strategic partners – commonly known as franchisees. For senior executives who wish to venture into franchising without leaving their existing careers, an earned equity agreement can be a game-changer. In this article, we explore…

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Exploring Absentee Franchise Ownership for Senior Executives

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The corporate ladder can be a tempting climb, but for many executives, the allure of entrepreneurship and franchise ownership is undeniable. The freedom, control, and potential for wealth creation are powerful motivators, but the thought of leaving a well-established and high income career can be daunting. The good news is, you don’t have to; there…

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A Dual Franchise Household?

Immigrants Margarita and Sebastian Paez are seizing control of their future and embracing the thriving small business culture in the United States. Driven by passion and determination, they are simultaneously launching two different franchise businesses. The new ventures are not the couple’s first foray into entrepreneurship. Sebastian owned a dragon fruit wholesale business in Ecuador…

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New Possibilities For Semi-Absentee Franchises

What are Semi-Absentee Franchises? Absentee and Semi-absentee franchises are business models designed to be operated by those who don’t want or need to be involved in the day-to-day operations of the business. Instead, they hire a general manager or management team to handle the daily tasks, while the franchisee oversee the larger strategic decisions. This model…

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White-Collar Employees Becoming Franchisees

A Historical Look at Transformation During Economic Downturns Economic downturns are often harbingers of change. With the tumult comes not only financial disruption but also a profound shift in career trajectories. As economic landscapes alter, many white-collar employees find themselves on the receiving end of layoffs. Yet, with this dark reality comes an innate human…

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