To Build or Buy?

Sure, some people have a vision for what they want to do in business, but some might not want to start from the ground up. You can always buy a business that has already been created by someone else. As well, there is the option of purchasing franchise rights so that you can run your very own franchise location of a popular brand!

Another way to locate businesses for sale in your community is by reaching out to owners- with a large generation set to retire in the next few years, many flourishing businesses will be coming up for sale. By making contact and expressing interest, you might be able to snag a great business before anyone even knows it might be up for sale.

Resources for Buying a Business:

 A Comprehensive Guide to Buying a Business in Canada

This article by author Michelle Collins details what you need to know before you buy a business. She lists everything you might need to research or ask yourself before you take the plunge.

Canada Franchise Opportunities

Listing many opportunities, this page also has related articles and franchise news which can make doing your franchising research easier.