Benetrends extends congratulations to board member Joe Bourdow. Joe has been recognized as one of Seo Samba's Top 100 Global Franchise Influencers. With over 40 years of experience in franchising, advertising sales and broadcasting, Joe has blazed a...
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Common Challenges to Buying an Existing Business
Are you looking to buy an existing business? You should be on the lookout for common challenges to buying an existing business and how to overcome them. As seen in the recent post, Buying an Existing Business: 12 Factors to Consider, there are great...
Pros and Cons of Buying an Existing Business
There are many advantages to buying an existing business, but there are also some cons if the business is not in good shape. When William Carter and his wife, Katherine, considered buying a business, they were drawn to The Canyon Villa, a boutique bed and breakfast in...
What to Evaluate Before Buying an Existing Business
Due diligence. It is the same whether you are buying a home, a car, or your own business. When evaluating an existing business for a potential purchase, completing your due diligence is absolutely critical. Due diligence, as seen in the recent post, Buying an...
The Impact of Peer Councils on the Business Owner
Every business owner, whether they're a franchisee or a small business owner, have similar struggles with the operations of their company. How do I attract and retain the best employees? Who can I use to manage my payroll? Where do I find the best resources for my...
Buying an Existing Business: 12 Factors to Consider
Launching into business ownership is not a one-size-fits-all experience. There are many different paths to owning your own business. Some choose to secure a franchise in an established brand, with built-in name recognition, marketing, and loyalty. Others opt to build...
Franchising World: Big Changes in 2018: Is Your Franchise Prepared?
There have been significant changes in govermental regulations in regard to small businesses. This article, written by Dallas Kerley, President & CEO, appeared in the March 2018 issue of Franchising World. Read Full Article
Best Places to Start a New Business in 2018
In study done by RewardExpert, a company focused on providing tools, reviews and research for its users, they examine the best and worst places to start a new business. The report gathers data from 177 metropolitan areas and uses 30 indicators to rank the locations....
Exploring the State of Small Business Credit
The most recent analysis by the Federal Reserve of small business credit markets shows signs of slowing revenue and credit gaps, especially among firms with annual revenue of $1 million or less. With the credit market tight, especially among larger lenders, businesses...
National Small Business Week: Honoring and Educating Entrepreneurs
National Small Business Week 2018 is being celebrated April 29-May 5. The initiative is organized by the Small Business Administration (SBA), a government agency that focuses on providing support to current and aspiring business owners. Since 1963, the President of...