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Branching out on your own? Launching a business? Heading back to the classroom? Discover our tips and advice to help you tackle each challenge as efficiently as possible!

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Starting up a business

You're brimming with ideas, committed to your vision and confident that you've got what it takes to be an entrepreneur. Find out where to start.

Becoming an entrepreneur

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Going back to school

Going back to school can be a great way to further your career. However, it often means a significant drop in your income. Careful financial planning is essential so you can worry about your grades—not your budget.

Going back to school

Be your own boss

Are you considering quitting your job and branching out on your own? Find out how you can take the leap and still land on your feet.

Becoming your own boss

Solutions to help you achieve your professional ambitions

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1. The Welcome Offer is for business clients who are not already National Bank clients. The benefits and discounts offered as part of this promotion cannot be transferred or combined with any other National Bank financial package, promotional offer or benefit, and are not retroactive. This offer may be withdrawn in whole or in part at any time without notice.

2. The benefits begin upon enrolment for one or more products included in the Welcome Offer. After the exemption period ends, the fees in effect will apply. The $545 in savings reflects the following waived fees and discounts: annual fee on the Platinum Mastercard Business Card ($125), fee for file activation and creation of employee profiles ($70), the thirteenth month of payroll processing ($50), discount on account opening fees (minimum value of $100) and discount on purchase of a POS terminal ($200). The cashback on the first three months of a leased POS terminal is $55. Savings may be less if you do not sign up for all the products listed above. For more information on fees, refer to the Fee Guide – Banking Services for Businesses.

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