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Policy Updates Impacting Franchise Financing
Starting June 1, 2025, the Small Business Administration (SBA) is updating its eligibility requirements that affect how franchise and small business loans are evaluated and approved. While these aren’t exactly new rules, many simply represent reinstatements and...
ROBS Compliance and Best Practices: Staying on the Right Side of the Law
Starting a business with your retirement funds can be a game-changing move for many entrepreneurs. But with great financial power comes great regulatory responsibility. If you’re using a Rollovers as Business Startups (ROBS) strategy to fund your franchise or...

Creative Franchise Concepts Taking Off
Unique Franchise Concepts for Your Next Business Venture By: Mike Minitelli When most people hear the word "franchise," their minds immediately jump to the golden arches or other fast-food giants that have dominated the industry for decades. But today's franchise...
The Future of Business Acquisitions: Trends and Opportunities for 2025 and Beyond
Business ownership has long been a cornerstone of the American dream. As we move into 2025 and beyond, several powerful trends are reshaping the landscape of business acquisitions creating unprecedented opportunities for savvy buyers while also introducing new...
Unknown Ways To Start A Business
Alternative Paths to Start a Business By: Mike Minitelli When most people are ready to start a business, they often envision the traditional route: developing a unique idea, writing a business plan from scratch, securing funding, and building everything from the...
Self-Directed IRAs vs. ROBS Programs: Understanding Your Investment Options
When considering how to leverage retirement funds for business or investment opportunities, two popular options often come up—Self-Directed IRAs (SD-IRAs) and ROBS programs (Rollovers as Business Startups). While they both allow individuals to utilize...
Navigating Economic Uncertainty: Financial Strategies for New Franchise Owners in 2025
Starting a new franchise in 2025 comes with exciting opportunities, but also economic challenges that require strategic financial planning. One of the most effective ways for emerging franchisors and franchisees to secure funding is through Small Business...
The Smart Entrepreneur’s Guide to C Corporations: Unlocking Growth, Tax Savings, and Wealth Protection
When starting a business, many entrepreneurs focus on getting up and running—but one of the biggest mistakes I see time and again is failing to choose the right business structure. Your business entity isn’t just a formality; it directly impacts your taxes,...
The Exit Strategy Part 1: Transitioning To Business Ownership
Making the Leap from Corporate Life to Full-Time Business Owner By: Mike Minitelli When I speak with prospective business owners, I often see a familiar look in their eyes—a mixture of excitement and apprehension. That look tells me they're ready for change, but...