Author Archives: Jay Butchko
What To Know About Business Leases
If you’re a business owner, more than likely, you will need some space. Whether you need an office or a post for your new store, you will need commercial real estate. You will need to reserve that space through a business lease. A business lease is not something you can take lightly, though. It… Read More »
Proposed Bill Would Ban Non-Competes for Florida Doctors
In the past, IT workers and highly paid CEOs and other executives were the only ones ordered to sign non-compete agreements. Nowadays, virtually any type of worker can be subject to such an agreement. Even traditionally low-paying jobs in fast food and retail are subject to them. Hair stylists, janitors, journalists, and those in… Read More »
Franchising Marketing in 2024
A franchise requires a lot of work. Franchisees and franchisors alike need to stay on top of promoting the band. This means engaging in effective marketing trends. Technology is always changing. So are the ways that humans react to marketing messaging, especially in an ever-changing climate. There’s a lot of uncertainty with the economy… Read More »
Starting a Business Quickly With a Sole Proprietorship
Many people dream of starting their own business but find the process daunting. They may think the process will be lengthy and confusing. Many processes can be complex, but if you opt for a sole proprietorship for your business, it will likely be easier. In the United States, a sole proprietorship is the easiest… Read More »
Choosing the Right Franchisees
When you think of franchising, you may think of an entrepreneur choosing the right brand. But it goes another way as well. Not a lot of information can be found when it comes to the franchisors choosing the right franchisees to operate their brands, but it’s just as important. A harmonious fit should be… Read More »
Guns N’ Roses Sued Over Copyright Infringement
Being a photographer for a popular rock band would be a dream come true for many people. But for one concert photographer, it turned out to be a nightmare. The photographer for Guns N’ Roses is suing the band for copyright infringement and sexual harassment. She claims that the band and its management, Team… Read More »
Should You Buy an Absentee-Run Business?
Many people want to be business owners, but they want to do it on their terms. They want to take the easy way out and generate passive income. Not having to run a business on a daily basis? Most people would say, yes please! But let’s face reality — this is not the norm…. Read More »
What to Consider When Buying a Business
If you’re an entrepreneur looking to run a business, you may be looking to buy an existing one. An established business has customers and exposure. It’s not as hard as running a brand new business and trying to create a customer base. When buying a business, many people opt for franchises. Franchises often have… Read More »
Sole Proprietorship vs. Partnership vs. Corporation
When you first start out a business, there are a lot of decisions you need to make. One of them is your business structure. The three main ones are sole proprietorship, partnership, and corporation. The one you choose will impact your profits, taxes, legal issues, and more. Which one is best for you? Here’s… Read More »
Business Startups Flourishing Post-Pandemic
It seems as though everybody wants to start their own business and work for themselves, but studies show that this mindset has become even more common nowadays. Since 2020, there has been a surge in Americans starting businesses, ranging from restaurants to dry cleaners to tech start-ups. Could it be because of the COVID-19… Read More »