We have all heard it, recession proof franchise. It is being used by hundreds of franchisors now in their marketing material but what does it really mean?Quite simply it means a business which is not affected by slow growth and cuts in spending. This sounds as simplistic as it does stupid, how can a business not be affected; surely all businesses must be affected to a certain extent? It is however possible that where someone may not pay thousands...more
Winter in the economyAppliances to the countrysideEnterprises, the Year of the Ox's "Spring" seems to be very timely. According to the Ministry of Finance, Ministry of Commerce, Industry and Information Technology Department and other recent requests, from February 1, the home appliances to the countryside in the original basis of 14 provinces and cities across the country began to products from the original four to eight months....more
Canadian entrepreneurs can be forgiven for feeling overwhelmed when it comes to buying a franchise and financing a franchise once they have made that very significant decision to own their own business within the franchise model.Being armed with critical information about financing a franchise is a key part in your overall success when you purchase a business within the franchise model.The excitement of owning your own business and finding a solid opportunity is often very quickly overshadowed by the entrepreneurs concerns that financing prospects might be limited. When we talk to clients about their desire to purchase and finance a franchise we try and make it clear that franchise financing is Canada is a specialized part of the overall business financing landscape. Given the specialization we strongly recommend to clients that they seek the services of a trusted, experienced and credible franchise finance expert to assist them in their overall acquisition strategy.Start up Capital in franchise financing at the same time is no different than if you were starting a business in any other industry. That original capital comes from you as owner and from a lender or lenders as debt, or...more
Paradise Valley is an intimate, exclusive and scenic area of Scottsdale Arizona, abounding with amenities. The tightly-knit community of luxury properties offers an ideal environment for all residents of all ages. Safty, relaxation and fun are right outside your door in this gem of a neighborhood.1. 5434 E Lincoln Drive,...more
When looking at buying a franchise you need to be able to evaluate the franchise on offer and your own skills and likes. Being able to pick the right franchise for you is the first step to ensuring a long term business that provides stability to you and your family.Analysing the franchise package you should be looking at:Training - The franchisee...more
Part time franchises can be enjoyed by the increasing sector of society that is looked for an additional income stream or who simply do not have the time to go back into full time employment. This could be due to home demands or demands of a physical nature. Let's take a look at the options available and how well they can work for you.1. Vending machine franchise.These take very little time to run and most of that time is simply restocking the machines once per week or more depending on how popular the machine is. They can vary widely from drinks and snack machines through to naughty (tee hee) vending machines, toy and gift machines, business card machines, and even weight machines fall into this category. quite simply anything which requires placing a machine in a store or building.They tend to be fairly expensive for what they are due to the high cost of the machines but you can expect to pay anything from 8,000 - 20,000 pounds for 6 machines with options to purchase more. In many cases the franchisor will find you placement or have agreements in place with the major supermarkets and malls etc but also in some cases you are required to place them yourself.Pros: Easy to maintain,...more
Halloween is right around the corner yet again and children everywhere will be looking for that one perfect costume. Toy Story 3 costumes are sure to be a hit this year along with many new characters as well as the old favorites. Don't...more
Having a job in hospitality and tourism is a very rewarding position, not only financially but also personally. Not only do you get to have a fairly above average salary, you also get to help people and provide your services so that...more
Diwali also popularly called the Festival of Lights is a crucial 5-day festival in Sikhism, Hinduism and Jainism, taking place between mid-October and mid-November. The figure Diwali is itself a condensation of the word Dpvali, which interprets into...more
Prague is a well- known old city of Europe that is a host to many tourists all round the year. The aura of the place speaks for itself. Prague is the capital of Czech Republic whose traditional and archaic European ambience is too appealing than ever...more
Summer means more that just the time when the kids are out of school. It is probably the most popular time for family vacations and choosing the right vacation destination is key to relaxation and enjoyment. There are wonderful locations all over the...more
Halloween is a Fall holiday that is celebrated by nearly every religion and culture on the planet. The celebration dates back to the early sixteenth century and has remained extremely popular ever since. Children love dressing up to go...more