by Andy Anderson | Mar 4, 2013 | Tips for New Entrepreneurs
There’s something about the phrase “vertical integration” that sounds like more of a buzzword than a way to make money; but it has actually become a worthwhile endeavor for many entrepreneurs. In the online dictionary, vertical integration...
by Andy Anderson | Nov 26, 2012 | Businesses For Sale, Buying a Business, Tips for New Entrepreneurs
It happens every year. Business publications and retail trade magazines publish their annual “list” editions, where they inform entrepreneurs about the best places to start a business, buy a franchise or get a tax break. According to a recent article in...
by Andy Anderson | Nov 9, 2012 | Tips for New Entrepreneurs
Over the past five years, as companies have downsized, employees have been pushed beyond the limits of a typical 9 to 5 workday. In order to get everything done workers are getting into the office earlier and staying longer than ever. But are these long hours really...
by Andy Anderson | Sep 22, 2012 | Buying a Business, Tips for New Entrepreneurs
Expanding your business is easy when you plan to stay in the same state, but many franchisors and large corporations are scouting out new locations across the country. If you are planning a multi-state expansion, it helps to know ahead of time which states are...
by Andy Anderson | Jul 9, 2012 | Tips for New Entrepreneurs
Are you tired of worrying about your job security? Perhaps you’re ready to quit the 9 to 5 job and work on your side business full-time. Maybe you are exhausted from trying to lead a “double life” until it’s time to be a full-time business owner. The question of...
by Andy Anderson | Mar 20, 2012 | Tips for New Entrepreneurs
Unfortunately, buying a business isn’t as simple as perusing the business listings and finding the one you like best. It is a long and arduous process that requires a thorough investigation of financials, including an inspection of the premises, interviews with...