What Types of Businesses Qualify for ROBS?
When entrepreneurs begin exploring funding options, one of the most appealing strategies is Rollover for Business Startups (ROBS). It offers a unique opportunity to tap into retirement savings to start or acquire a business – without taking on debt or giving up ownership. But naturally, one of the first questions that arises is: what types […]
Buy an Existing Business or Start from Scratch? Here’s How to Decide
One of the first and biggest decisions every aspiring entrepreneur faces is also one of the most personal: Should I buy an existing business or build one from the ground up? There’s no single right answer. But understanding the trade-offs can help you make a choice that fits your goals, your finances, and the life […]
Should You Be Concerned About Using Your Retirement Funds to Launch a Business?
Buying or starting a business is one of the biggest financial decisions many people will ever make. Naturally, that means the funding decision deserves careful thought. For some aspiring entrepreneurs, retirement funds represent one possible path to business ownership. But many people have been told for decades to never touch retirement savings until retirement. So […]
What Are the Pros and Cons of Using ROBS?
Funding a business is one of the biggest decisions an entrepreneur will make – and how you choose to finance it can shape everything that follows. One option many aspiring business owners explore is ROBS (Rollovers as Business Startups). It allows you to use retirement funds to start or buy a business without taking on […]
Franchise vs. Independent Business: What’s the Smarter Move?
Deciding to become a business owner is an exciting step. But before funding, operations, or growth plans come into focus, one early decision often shapes everything that follows: Should you buy a franchise or invest in an independent business? There’s no one-size-fits-all answer. The right path depends on how much structure you want, how much […]
Is Entrepreneurship Right for You?
Not everyone is drawn to entrepreneurship for the same reasons. Before taking the next step, understanding what you want from business ownership can bring clarity, confidence, and direction to your decision-making process.
Navigating the Business Buying Process
Buying a business doesn’t have to be overwhelming. With a clear vision, the right connections, and a solid funding strategy, you can uncover opportunities that never even hit the market and step into ownership with confidence.
How Do You Find the Right Business to Start?
You’ve made the exciting decision to start a new business – congratulations! Embarking on this journey is thrilling, full of opportunities and challenges. But now that you’ve made this big decision, you’re likely wondering, “Where do I start?”
Starting a Business: Five Ways to Commit to the Process
Starting a business takes more than a dream – it takes commitment. Jeremy Ames shares five ways to commit and turn your business ownership goals into reality.