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Navigating the Business Funding Landscape There's a question I get asked a lot: "Mini, I'm ready to pursue a new business venture, but where do I even begin with funding?" It's a question that gets right to the heart of the matter. Passion and a great idea are...
Launching a franchise is exciting, but building one that thrives for the long haul takes strategy, foresight, and the right financial foundation. In today’s evolving business landscape, franchisees need to look beyond traditional funding and embrace innovative...
Getting Ready to Fund Your Business Funding your business is a critical first step for any entrepreneur. At Benetrends, we recognize that securing capital can seem daunting, but with clear guidance and thorough preparation, you can approach this process with...
By Mike Minitelli (Chief Development Officer, Benetrends Financial) Beyond the 9-5: Exploring Your Path to Business Ownership You just walked across the stage. Now what? For years, the narrative was fixed: get a job, climb the ladder, and maybe start your own business...
A Smarter Way to Launch or Grow Your Business ROBS (Rollovers as Business Startups) is a financing strategy that allows individuals to use funds from their pre-tax retirement accounts (like a 401(k) or traditional IRA) to start or buy a business without paying early...
Starting a business is an exciting journey—but financing it can feel like a maze. Many entrepreneurs turn to Rollovers as Business Startups (ROBS) to access capital from their retirement accounts without early withdrawal penalties or tax consequences. While...
Funding Your Business with Nontraditional Options By Mike Minitelli, Chief Development Officer at Benetrends Are you sitting on a brilliant business idea, but think you need years of saving to make it happen? That's what many aspiring entrepreneurs believe, but I'm...
Have you ever purchased a product that provides more than what you originally thought? One day I was driving on the highway when an object struck my windshield leaving a small crack. As the day progressed the crack began to spread, as did my frustration...
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...
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...