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Author: Ian Gere
Company: Business Opportunities Journal
Region: United States
Website: www.boj.com
Author Comment / Biography:
About Business Opportunities Journal. Since 1969.
The goal of Business Opportunities Journal is to report on the outlook, trends and latest news in the fields of franchising, entrepreneurship, small business ownership and small business acquisitions. We are the small business buyer’s magazine.
Our stories are original, written by our own reporters.
We are proud to have reported on franchising, business opportunities, and real estate investing since 1969.
With our journal and website, we aim to provide news and resources for and about entrepreneurs who are seeking to start, purchase, franchise or sell a business.
Visit our resource pages for information about the various stages of buying a business or franchise: the search process, finding a broker, due diligence, making an offer, negotiating the contract, escrow, closing, obtaining financing, tax considerations, and post-acquisition management and growth.
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| Articles by Ian Gere |
1. Employer Mandate Sparks Small Business Hiring
July 09, 2013
The delay of the health care law mandate until 2015 could spark hiring by small business owners who had otherwise decided to put off hiring to avoid costs associated with the mandate. It could also mean that employers give employees more hours now that they don’t have to offer healthcare for anothe...
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2. Army Veteran Wins Business Opportunity
July 08, 2013
Six months after representatives from Signal 88 Security started their search, a winner has been selected. Gregory Murphy of Salt Lake City, Utah has been chosen as the winner of Operation American Dream: From Battlefield to Boss. A U.S. Army veteran, Murphy will be awarded either $5,000 to start hi...
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3. A New Type of Milk
July 08, 2013
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A new type of milk is quickly emerging on the scene. Nut milk is becoming increasingly popular, especially those who are daily intolerant or are seeking vegetarian or vegan diet option...
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4. What the End of DOMA Means for Your Business
July 08, 2013
The recent decision by the U.S. Supreme Court’s overturn the 1996 Defense of Marriage Act (DOMA) cleared the way for same-sex couples to receive federal marriage benefits. This decision applies to 12 states and Washington D.C. where those marriages were currently recognized.
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5. Ace Hardware First to Expand to Afghanistan
July 05, 2013
Three years ago Ace Hardware decided to revamp its international program. The first two years were spent building the model and rolling it out. The third year has been aimed at validating the model and helping make the newly designed program more franchiseable…plus signing as the first U.S. licens...
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6. Fitness Franchise Takes Hold in Niche Market
July 05, 2013
TITLE Boxing Club, a total body boxing and kickboxing workout, has kicked off 2013 with a punch. The fitness franchise is on pace to open 12-15 new clubs per month with a total of 350 locations under development across the U.S. With more than 85 locations currently operating, eager entrepreneurs a...
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7. Maui Wowi Spreads the Love; Multiplies in Minnesota
July 05, 2013
Maui Wowi Hawaiian, the Colorado-based global coffee and smoothie company, has announced a nationwide Valentine’s Day promotion. The deal encourages friends, family and loved one to enjoy a small fresh fruit smooth for just $2.14 on Thursday, February 14th.
Customers can enjoy either the tra...
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8. Rent-A-Center Converts Canadian Stores to Franchises
July 05, 2013
This month Rent-A-Center announced that it will convert its remaining 18 locations in Canada to franchises that will be run by its subsidiary, ColorTyme. The Canadian outlets – located in Alberta, Manitoba, Ontario and the Toronto area – will still operate under the Rent-A-Centre banner (as spelled...
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9. Local Residents Open New EmbroidMe Franchise in Gulfport, MS
July 05, 2013
The world’s largest embroidery franchise, EmbroidMe, has announced the opening of a new franchise in Gulfport, Mississippi. Local residents, Ted Kreger and Chelsi Canhoto will own and operate the franchise. Before becoming a franchisee, Kreger worked as a fireman for 26 years for the New Orleans F...
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10. Yum Brands Expands Operations in Russia
July 05, 2013
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Yum Brands has announced plans to open between 60 and 70 restaurants this year in Russia and other former Soviet countries. Specifically, the company plans to almost double the number of rest...
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