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5 Financial Milestones Everyone Should Hit in their 20s Feb 28th
Less than two years ago, it was reported by the BBC that 53% of young people in the UK between the ages of 22 and 29 were living with no savings put aside. This problem has also been reported in other countries and appears to be a new financial global trend amongst younger generations.
This is a wor.... More »
The best RRSPs in Canada for 2024 + MORE Nov 13th
Why should you open a registered retirement savings plan (RRSP)? This account type is often described as “tax-advantaged,” meaning it offers a tax-efficient way for savers and investors to build wealth for the future, usually for retirement. To maximize its potential, it helps to know the differ.... More »
Fiat Chrysler takes earnings hit over potential costs from diesel probe Oct 30th
Fiat Chrysler Automobiles said Tuesday its third-quarter profits dropped nearly 40 per cent due to a one-off charge to cover possible payments in a U.S. diesel probe involving SUVs and light-duty pickups..... More »
Some value U.S. stocks that could outperform the volatility + MORE Mar 25th
Shot of young friends riding roller coaster ride at amusement park. Young people having fun at amusement park.
With a rocky start to Q1, the S&P500 has certainly shown some volatility in recent months, as evidenced by the orange line of the S&P 500 Composite against its moving averages over .... More »
Toronto Blue Jays flex financial muscle to secure George Springer, the player they wanted all along - TSN Jan 20th
Toronto Blue Jays flex financial muscle to secure George Springer, the player they wanted all along TSNBlue Jays land top off-season target George Springer with historic contract Sportsnet.caAP source: Springer agrees to $150M, 6-year deal with Jays Taiwan NewsThe Ja.... More »
What it takes to successfully own and operate a franchise
– moneysense.ca
VANCOUVER — Beeru Mannan owns two Freshii locations in British Columbia with his brother, and the duo plan to open another pair of the chain’s restaurants in the province next year.
The veteran franchisee, who’s been affiliated with three other brands previously, was drawn to Freshii’s focus on healthy dining options. Standing in his Burnaby, B.C., location while employees prepped fresh vegetables in the kitchen, Mannan said he believed it was an up-and-coming chain in the health food segment that could grow exponentially.
The brothers are two of many Canadians running the 78,000 franchise units in the country that fall under some 1,300 brand names, including Freshii, according to the Canadian Franchise Association.
People looking to join their ranks want to be their own boss, enjoy the flexibility that comes along with that, and desire direct control over their financial investment, according to survey responses compiled by the CFA.
Prospective franchisees should research the company, build an emergency fund and closely read the fine print on all documents before making a big capital investment, according to franchisees and industry insiders…
The veteran franchisee, who’s been affiliated with three other brands previously, was drawn to Freshii’s focus on healthy dining options. Standing in his Burnaby, B.C., location while employees prepped fresh vegetables in the kitchen, Mannan said he believed it was an up-and-coming chain in the health food segment that could grow exponentially.
The brothers are two of many Canadians running the 78,000 franchise units in the country that fall under some 1,300 brand names, including Freshii, according to the Canadian Franchise Association.
People looking to join their ranks want to be their own boss, enjoy the flexibility that comes along with that, and desire direct control over their financial investment, according to survey responses compiled by the CFA.
Prospective franchisees should research the company, build an emergency fund and closely read the fine print on all documents before making a big capital investment, according to franchisees and industry insiders…
The head of Canada’s biggest securities regulator says its staff have reviewed an application by Nasdaq Inc. to operate a stock exchange in Canada, but it hasn’t yet come before the board.
Lights, camera, inaction: Auditor says Alberta fails to monitor film, TV grants – News1130
– news.google.ca
News1130Lights, camera, inaction: Auditor says Alberta fails to monitor film, TV grantsNews1130EDMONTON – The auditor general says Alberta's multimillion-dollar grant program for film and TV productions has been abused because of loose rules and poor oversight. Merwan Saher says grant recipients have been breaking the rules by hiring people …Alberta television and film industry grant lacked financial oversight: Auditor GeneralEdmonton Journalall 7 news articles »
At midday: Energy stocks drive TSX down
– theglobeandmail.com
Wall Street edges along on tepid bank earnings, media stocks drag
