Complete Canadian Small Business Guide (4th ed.)

This book answers all your questions about starting, operation, and expanding your business. Topics included: Starting a small business; Business planning; Understanding financial statements; Selecting professional advisors; Legal considerations; Tax considerations; Buying a business; Buying a franchise; Location and leases; Raising financing; Personnel; Business communication equipment; Marketing; Export/import; Credit and collection; Understanding the litigation process; Insolvency, bankruptcy, and receivership; Patent, trademark, copyright and industrial design; Using the internet for business success; Insuring your business's future; Time and stress management.