In a recent article by Julie Halpert, Special to CNBC.com, she highlights the boom in senior franchise owners. Older Americans are becoming a fast-growing segment of those buying franchises. The percentage of people 55 and over who are franchise owners has risen...
In a recent article by Julie Halpert, Special to CNBC.com, she highlights the boom in senior franchise owners. Older Americans are becoming a fast-growing segment of those buying franchises. The percentage of people 55 and over who are franchise owners has risen...
Do existing businesses have more financing alternatives than start-ups? The lenders are very conscious of just how difficult the past few years have been for businesses. A business that has a good track record through difficult years makes a good impression on the...
Crowdfunding has been a growing buzzword among entrepreneurs for several years. In fact, platforms like Kickstarter continue to gain media attention — especially with recent successes such as the Reading Rainbow campaign that quickly went viral. With all the hype...
YES, you can! Known as a ROB (Rollovers as Business Startups) strategy, this solution is a popular option. Small Business Funding Your 401(k), IRA or other qualified retirement account can be the key to starting your business debt-free and cash-rich....
Using retirement funds to purchase a franchise can be valuable to business owners looking for a way to fund their growth. However, it is critical to understand which transactions the Internal Revenue Service (IRS) allows and which it does not. Because of two recent...
Each year, thousands of Americans turn to Benetrends for assistance in taking control of their futures. Many of these new entrepreneurs have experienced down-sizing or business closures and have opted for self-reliance. Others have chosen to leave the uncertainty of...