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How to Know if Franchising is Right For You

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Franchising can be a great way to start a business, but it’s important to know if it’s the right fit for you. Before diving in, consider your personality and work style. Are you comfortable following established rules and guidelines, or do you prefer creative freedom? Franchising offers a proven business model, brand recognition, and ongoing support, but it also comes with limitations, such as franchise fees and strict operational requirements. Assess your financial readiness—can you cover the initial investment and ongoing costs? Also, evaluate your industry knowledge and willingness to commit to long hours to grow the business. Research different franchises and speak to existing franchisees to understand the challenges and rewards. If you value structure, consistency, and brand support over full independence, franchising could be the ideal path to business ownership. Careful self-assessment and thorough research are key to making the right decision. Know More:  https://www.franch...

Star gets last-minute $250m offer from US casino giant

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Star Entertainment has received a last-minute $250 million cash injection from US casino giant Bally's Corporation. The embattled operator, which runs three casinos in Brisbane, Gold Coast and Sydney, is on the brink of collapse with trading on its shares suspended since the end of February. The offer would give Star $250 million in capital in exchange for Bally's gaining a 50.1 per cent controlling stake in the company. Know More:  https://www.9news.com.au/finance/star-entertainment-us-casino-giant-extends-last-minute-250m-funding-offer/3c944fe1-71da-425d-bb0a-0b5bc0546077

Your Financial Health

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For most people, attaining financial health is a journey — one that lasts a lifetime. Very few people are lucky enough to have instant security from generational wealth or a massive lottery jackpot. Instead, the progression tends to look like this: Building foundations. This can describe when you're getting started in the workplace, but it might apply later, too, because life doesn't always go to plan. Strengthening foundations includes creating an emergency fund, building your credit score and balancing expenses and debt load. Read More:  https://www.nerdwallet.com/article/finance/financial-health