Wednesday, May 28, 2008
The home based business
The idea of being able to stay and home and make the money you want seems to be one of the more popular dreams of today. Just as with many other things in life if it sounds too good to be true it probably is. Don't get me wrong there are lots of people earning a good living from home, but what you don't see is all the hard work and dedication they put into their business in order to make it successful. Somehow the internet has generated the idea of instant wealth, and maybe for a few that has happened, but for most of us it hasn't and probably never will. I have tried all kinds of home based business opportunities promising everything we discussed earlier, you get all excited, start planning for life on a tropical island, and then reality strikes. My blog is dedicated to helping those who want a better life to achieve it, but at a realistic pace, and using realistic goals. I have learned a lot thru my journey, and now I can help others avoid all the wasted money and time like I did.
Sunday, May 25, 2008
Job security is becoming a thing of the past
Back in the day, you hooked up with a good company, busted your butt and retired a happy camper. Those days are gone. Now companies that used to be the place to work are no safer than working for some small company with no benefits or future. The question to you is are you prepared is something happens to your job? How will you support yourself and your loved ones? Preparation is always the best tool, and what better plan than to start a part-time home based business. Maybe you won't make millions of dollars, but you can generate a pretty good income, depending upon how hard you work. There is no one else who cares about your future like you do. Take the bull by the horns and start the wheels of success in motion.
Monday, May 19, 2008
Revolutionary Spiderweb marketing system
Most internet marketers don't fail because they don't work hard. They fail because their working with the wrong company or product. The Spiderweb marketing system is totally free to join and brings a guaranteed system for building income streams from different programs and companies. Although the official lauch hasn't occurred yet. You can get in on the bottom floor of this exciting new business opportunity. Sure just like with any type of business it still requires hard work and dedication, but the financial rewards are unlimited.
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Thursday, March 20, 2008
Do your homework before sending any money
I'm sure you've been told this before, but investigate any offer that sounds too good to be true. In most cases the only person happy with that program is the one you just sent your hard-earned money to. There are lots of false claims and websites promising to make you rich overnight. If these guys are so rich, then why would they be concerned if you make any money or not.
As I've found it to be, most people don't do things for strangers related to business out of the goodness of their hearts. There is always an alterior motive behind it. In most cases the motive is for them to get rich promising to make you rich.
As I've found it to be, most people don't do things for strangers related to business out of the goodness of their hearts. There is always an alterior motive behind it. In most cases the motive is for them to get rich promising to make you rich.
Sunday, March 2, 2008
Start up costs for major franchises
McDonalds
Investment
- Total Investment: $506K-1.63MM
Fees
- Initial Franchise Fee: $45K
- On-Going Royalty: 12.5%
- Advertising Fee: 4%
Valvoline Oil Change
Investment
- Minimum Net Worth: $600K
- Cash Investment $400K
- Avg Total Investment: $706K
Fees
- Initial Franchise Fee: $30K
- On-Going Royalty: 6%
- Advertising Fee: 2%
Quiznos Subs
Investment
- Minimum Net Worth: $125K
- Cash Investment: $70K
- Total Investment: $193-257K
Fees
- Initial Franchise Fee: $25K
- On-Going Royalty: 7%
- Advertising Fee: 4%
Ben & Jerry’s Ice Cream
Investment
- Minimum Net Worth: $200K
- Cash Investment: $86K+
- Total Investment: $123.5-286K
Fees
- Initial Franchise Fee: $30K
- On-Going Royalty: 1.5%
- Advertising Fee: 4%
Baskin Robbins – 31 Flavors
Investment
- Minimum Net Worth: $400K/Unit
- Cash Investment: $145.8-527.8K
- Total Investment: $145.7-527.8K
Fees
- Initial Franchise Fee: $40K
- Average Franchise Fee: $40K
- On-Going Royalty: 5-5.9%
Advertising Fee: 5%
Dairy Queen
Investment
- Minimum Net Worth: $200-500K
- Cash Investment: $200-300K
- Total Investment: $200-950K
Fees
- Initial Franchise Fee: $20-35K
- Average Franchise Fee: $28K
- On-Going Royalty: 4-6%
- Advertising Fee: 3-6%
Investment
- Total Investment: $506K-1.63MM
Fees
- Initial Franchise Fee: $45K
- On-Going Royalty: 12.5%
- Advertising Fee: 4%
Valvoline Oil Change
Investment
- Minimum Net Worth: $600K
- Cash Investment $400K
- Avg Total Investment: $706K
Fees
- Initial Franchise Fee: $30K
- On-Going Royalty: 6%
- Advertising Fee: 2%
Quiznos Subs
Investment
- Minimum Net Worth: $125K
- Cash Investment: $70K
- Total Investment: $193-257K
Fees
- Initial Franchise Fee: $25K
- On-Going Royalty: 7%
- Advertising Fee: 4%
Ben & Jerry’s Ice Cream
Investment
- Minimum Net Worth: $200K
- Cash Investment: $86K+
- Total Investment: $123.5-286K
Fees
- Initial Franchise Fee: $30K
- On-Going Royalty: 1.5%
- Advertising Fee: 4%
Baskin Robbins – 31 Flavors
Investment
- Minimum Net Worth: $400K/Unit
- Cash Investment: $145.8-527.8K
- Total Investment: $145.7-527.8K
Fees
- Initial Franchise Fee: $40K
- Average Franchise Fee: $40K
- On-Going Royalty: 5-5.9%
Advertising Fee: 5%
Dairy Queen
Investment
- Minimum Net Worth: $200-500K
- Cash Investment: $200-300K
- Total Investment: $200-950K
Fees
- Initial Franchise Fee: $20-35K
- Average Franchise Fee: $28K
- On-Going Royalty: 4-6%
- Advertising Fee: 3-6%
Friday, February 29, 2008
The Jeff Paul scam
I have watched the Jeff Paul infomercial two times. And I am amazed that the FCC, or the federal trade commission hasn't shut this crook down. If you search the internet you will find similar posts and blogs showing how it is almost impossible to make money the way it is stated. First let me say that you can make money on the internet, but if it were as easy as they show on the program, why would anyone even worry about sharing such information.
First of all just having a website does nothing for you. Sure the one part of the infomercial that is correct is that your site is available 24/7 365 days, after that it's all a pack of lies.
Just like any other business it takes money to make money. Internet marketing takes strategy, advertising and money. Rome wasn't built in a day and neither is marketing a website. Please don't waste you money with this worthless program. If you check with your local better business bureau you will probably find several complaints on this crook.
First of all just having a website does nothing for you. Sure the one part of the infomercial that is correct is that your site is available 24/7 365 days, after that it's all a pack of lies.
Just like any other business it takes money to make money. Internet marketing takes strategy, advertising and money. Rome wasn't built in a day and neither is marketing a website. Please don't waste you money with this worthless program. If you check with your local better business bureau you will probably find several complaints on this crook.
Thursday, February 28, 2008
Pick of the week
This week we examine on of the newest business offerings based on the internet. Global resorts network is a company that offers vacation packages, cruises and world-wide choices to it's members. This is not a time-share although the benefits mirror the time-share without the other costs. Most time-shares require you to buy it just as you would a house, then you are responsible for maintainence and up-keep.
With Global resorts network. There are two membership options.
1. Platinum membership: Unlimited Access
Access to all resorts offered. ($298-$699 per week)
(In rare exceptions may be up to $799 week in Hawaii etc.)
Unlimited vacations a year
Unlimited guest weeks, guest week section only
Fully Transferable ($75 Charge)
Price $2,995
2. Gold membership: Unlimited Access for 36 months
Access to all resorts offered. ($398-$699 per week)
(In rare exceptions may be up to $799 week in Hawaii etc.)
Enjoy 3 weeks of vacation per year
Fully Transferable ($75 Charge)
No guest weeks
Price $1,495
We also offer a Gold to Platinum Upgrade for $2000
The prices you see above not only entitle you to the membership, but also allow you to sell memberships to people you know. It's almost the best of both worlds. World-class vacations and the ability to make huge amounts of money. Check it out it is the buzz of the internet.
With Global resorts network. There are two membership options.
1. Platinum membership: Unlimited Access
Access to all resorts offered. ($298-$699 per week)
(In rare exceptions may be up to $799 week in Hawaii etc.)
Unlimited vacations a year
Unlimited guest weeks, guest week section only
Fully Transferable ($75 Charge)
Price $2,995
2. Gold membership: Unlimited Access for 36 months
Access to all resorts offered. ($398-$699 per week)
(In rare exceptions may be up to $799 week in Hawaii etc.)
Enjoy 3 weeks of vacation per year
Fully Transferable ($75 Charge)
No guest weeks
Price $1,495
We also offer a Gold to Platinum Upgrade for $2000
The prices you see above not only entitle you to the membership, but also allow you to sell memberships to people you know. It's almost the best of both worlds. World-class vacations and the ability to make huge amounts of money. Check it out it is the buzz of the internet.
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