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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.
Thank you for visiting. Please provide us with feedback on how we can better serve you.
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51. Popular Fast Food Chains Introduce Healthier Options for Spring
July 05, 2013
Two popular fast food restaurants, McDonald’s and Burger King, have announced new, healthier menu options for spring.
Starting on April 22nd, McDonald’s will now offer a 250-calorie Egg White Delight McMuffin served on a whole-grain English muffin. The McCafe line will also be adding a blue...
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52. March Madness Sparks New Promotions for Nation's Top Chains
July 05, 2013
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While some chains – such as Domino’s Pizza and Buffalo Wild Wings – pay good money to sponsor the NCAA March Madness basketball tournaments, others have chosen to offer prom...
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53. Small Businesses Look to Cater to Baby Boomers
July 05, 2013
With 10,000 people turning 65 years old each day in the U.S., trends show that small business owners and entrepreneurs are targeting the ever-growing aging population.
As the elderly population lives longer and continues to buy more goods and services, senior-focused service-oriented busines...
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54. Massage Envy Expands to Alaska
July 05, 2013
Massage Envy — a national leader of professional, convenient and affordable massage and spa services – announced its first clinic in Alaska, expanding its reach to 47 states. The new clinic will offer a variety of therapeutic massage treatments and facials designed by skincare science expe...
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55. Affordable Care Act Threatens Franchise Jobs
July 05, 2013
The International Franchise Association (IFA) released new data showing potential job losses in each state due to the passage of the Affordable Care Act (ACA). According the IFA, 3.2 million full-time franchise jobs could be reduced to part time or eliminated completely as businesses struggle to st...
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56. From Wine to Politics: Millennial Trends for 2013 and Beyond
July 05, 2013
Is your customer base comprised of Millennials: Gen Y’ers born between 1980 and 2000? Want to gain insight about their interests, passions and trends for 2013?
Below are the top ten trends and predictions for Millennials in 2013, according to Buzz Marketing Group:
Millennials wi...
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57. Consumers Cut Restaurant Spending Due to Shrinking Paychecks
July 05, 2013
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Sales at casual dining restaurants across the U.S. fell by 5.4% last month, according to the Knapp-Track Index of monthly restaurant sales.
February’s drop in sale...
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58. Restaurant Menu Trends for Spring
July 05, 2013
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Spring has sprung and with that comes new smells, tastes and menu offerings. Here’s what you can expect to see more of over the next few months:
Touches of M...
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59. Pizza Chains Upgrade Online and Mobile Ordering Capabilities
July 05, 2013
Pizza chains across the country are looking to expand the use of online and smartphone ordering capabilities to better serve customers and gain a competitive advantage. Advanced online capabilities also allow restaurants to reduce labor costs and order processes and wait times.
Pizza Hut, D...
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60. Nationwide Provider of Franchise Financing Increases Commitment to Industry
July 05, 2013
Direct Capital, a nationwide provider of franchise financing, announced today that it will commit $300 million in 2013 to help fuel the growth of the franchise sector. The contribution will help continue to build new programs and alleviate the challenges often faced by franchisees.
”Franchi...
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