Thinking about starting a small business? - Solutions For Financial Planning*

Here’s a few things to consider before setting up shop. 

Small businesses are a significant economic engine in Canada, employing thousands of people from coast to coast and representing nearly 98 per cent of all businesses in the country. Whether in a bakery, a bicycle shop or a bookkeeping service, every entrepreneur starts out with the drive to succeed, but the sad fact is that many businesses fold before they hit the five-year mark.

Read the full article*

* This article opens in a new window directing you to Manulife's Solutions for Financial Planning Magazine.  
© 2021 Manulife. The persons and situations depicted are fictional and their resemblance to anyone living or dead is purely coincidental. This media is for information purposes only and is not intended to provide specific financial, tax, legal, accounting or other advice and should not be relied upon in that regard. Many of the issues discussed will vary by province. Individuals should seek the advice of professionals to ensure that any action taken with respect to this information is appropriate to their specific situation. E & O E. Commissions, trailing commissions, management fees and expenses all may be associated with mutual fund investments. Please read the prospectus before investing. Mutual funds are not guaranteed, their values change frequently and past performance may not be repeated. Any amount that is allocated to a segregated fund is invested at the risk of the contract holder and may increase or decrease in value.