{"id":76652,"date":"2025-10-06T15:46:38","date_gmt":"2025-10-06T19:46:38","guid":{"rendered":"https:\/\/www.rbcroyalbank.com\/en-ca\/?post_type=rbc_my_money_matter&#038;p=76652"},"modified":"2025-10-09T11:39:28","modified_gmt":"2025-10-09T15:39:28","slug":"celebrating-small-business-month-the-stories-behind-todays-successful-entrepreneurs","status":"publish","type":"rbc_my_money_matter","link":"https:\/\/www.rbcroyalbank.com\/en-ca\/my-money-matters\/business\/right-sized-business-advice\/small-business\/celebrating-small-business-month-the-stories-behind-todays-successful-entrepreneurs\/","title":{"rendered":"Celebrating Small Business Month: The Entrepreneurial Spark That Starts It All"},"content":{"rendered":"\n<section class=\"wp-block-rbc-section-block  pos-rel\" style=\"border-radius:0px\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-rbc-section-inner-block  section-inner\" style=\"border-radius:0x\"><\/div>\n<\/section>\n\n\n\n<p>It\u2019s Small Business Month in Canada and this year we\u2019re shining a spotlight on the spark that ignites every entrepreneurial journey. From crystalizing that very first idea to scaling that fuels growth, small business owners embody the creativity and resilience that power Canada\u2019s economy. We\u2019re proud to celebrate these remarkable entrepreneurs and their stories of perseverance, and community impact. Read on to uncover first-hand experiences and advice and see how we\u2019re supporting small business owners across the country.&nbsp;<\/p>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Sparks of Inspiration: Stories from Small Business Owners\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/dx5UEU4YIS0?feature=oembed&#038;rel=0\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-sparks-of-inspiration-stories-from-small-business-owners\"><strong>Sparks of Inspiration: Stories from Small Business Owners<\/strong><\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>Every great business begins with a spark: an idea, a leap of faith, a moment of creativity. Meet these Canadian entrepreneurs who share not only their stories of adaptability and innovation, but also the real-world tips and lessons that can help other business owners keep their own spark burning strong.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-sheepdog-brew-co\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rbcroyalbank.com\/en-ca\/my-money-matters\/business\/get-inspired\/business-success-stories\/how-sheepdog-brew-co-is-building-their-business-their-brand-and-the-cold-brew-category-in-canada\/\" data-dig-id=\"LP-76652-5b7b5d33\" data-dig-category=\"LP\" data-dig-action=\"link click\" data-dig-label=\"Sheepdog Brew Co.\" class=\"rbc-link-format\">Sheepdog Brew Co.<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Sparks of Inspiration: Sheepdog Brew Co.\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/6dgUgVcR2q8?feature=oembed&#038;rel=0\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Turning passion into purpose, Sheepdog Brew Co. shows how staying true to your craft \u2013 and resisting the pull of every trend \u2013 can be the smartest way to grow.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-signe-sarah\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rbcroyalbank.com\/en-ca\/my-money-matters\/business\/get-inspired\/business-success-stories\/a-run-of-success-how-signe-sarah-reinvented-tights\/\" data-dig-id=\"LP-76652-41958fbd\" data-dig-category=\"LP\" data-dig-action=\"link click\" data-dig-label=\"Sign\u00e9 Sarah\" class=\"rbc-link-format\">Sign\u00e9 Sarah<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Sparks of Inspiration: Sign\u00e9 Sarah\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/xeYXg-v7cvQ?feature=oembed&#038;rel=0\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>For Sign\u00e9 Sarah, adaptability isn\u2019t optional, it\u2019s the heart of her business. See how she balances creativity with quick pivots to keep her spark alive.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-twisted-indian-fusion-street-food\"><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rbcroyalbank.com\/en-ca\/my-money-matters\/business\/get-inspired\/business-success-stories\/recipe-for-growth-how-twisted-indian-fusion-street-food-turned-traditional-cuisine-into-a-thriving-restaurant-brand-businessevolved\/\" data-dig-id=\"LP-76652-2116acb4\" data-dig-category=\"LP\" data-dig-action=\"link click\" data-dig-label=\"Twisted Indian Fusion Street Food\" class=\"rbc-link-format\">Twisted Indian Fusion Street Food<\/a><\/h3>\n\n\n\n<figure class=\"wp-block-embed is-type-video is-provider-youtube wp-block-embed-youtube wp-embed-aspect-16-9 wp-has-aspect-ratio\"><div class=\"wp-block-embed__wrapper\">\n<iframe loading=\"lazy\" title=\"Sparks of Inspiration: Twisted Indian Fusion Street Food\" width=\"500\" height=\"281\" src=\"https:\/\/www.youtube.com\/embed\/KcQZP_G0HlA?feature=oembed&#038;rel=0\" frameborder=\"0\" allow=\"accelerometer; autoplay; clipboard-write; encrypted-media; gyroscope; picture-in-picture; web-share\" referrerpolicy=\"strict-origin-when-cross-origin\" allowfullscreen><\/iframe>\n<\/div><\/figure>\n\n\n\n<p>Twisted Indian proves that innovation can live right on your menu. By blending tradition with new ideas, they\u2019ve found fresh ways to attract customers and grow.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-rbc-small-business-poll-aspirations-hit-eight-year-high-as-resilience-defines-small-business-owners\">RBC Small Business Poll: Aspirations Hit Eight-Year High as Resilience Defines Small Business Owners<\/h2>\n\n\n\n<p>We polled Canadians and owners about their views on small businesses and the message is clear: Canadians are pursuing their business dreams, and today\u2019s entrepreneurs are meeting challenges with resilience and resolve. It\u2019s a story of growth, grit and creativity \u2014 a uniquely Canadian approach to building businesses. Entrepreneurs are navigating shifting economic conditions, changing customer expectations and new technologies with strength and optimism. What emerges is a portrait of owners who are willing to pivot, open to taking risks and committed to serving their communities.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rbcroyalbank.com\/en-ca\/my-money-matters\/small-business-poll\/\" data-dig-id=\"LP-76652-105d8e19\" data-dig-category=\"LP\" data-dig-action=\"link click\" data-dig-label=\"Read the report\" class=\"rbc-link-format standalone-link\" data-icon-class=\"standalone-link\">Read the report<\/a><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns mar-t-dbl has-white-color has-rbc-bright-blue-tint-1-background-color has-text-color has-background is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h2 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-50-ideas-from-real-life-entrepreneurs\">50 Ideas from Real-Life Entrepreneurs<\/h2>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile has-white-background-color has-background\" style=\"padding-top:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30);padding-right:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30);padding-bottom:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30);padding-left:var(--wp--preset--spacing--30)\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1097\" height=\"731\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rbcroyalbank.com\/en-ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/12\/2024\/10\/RBC_Small-Business-Poll-2024_Blog-Image.jpg?quality=80&amp;w=1024\" alt=\"#50 Ideas\" class=\"wp-image-89940 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.rbcroyalbank.com\/en-ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/12\/2024\/10\/RBC_Small-Business-Poll-2024_Blog-Image.jpg 1097w, https:\/\/www.rbcroyalbank.com\/en-ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/12\/2024\/10\/RBC_Small-Business-Poll-2024_Blog-Image.jpg?resize=300,200 300w, https:\/\/www.rbcroyalbank.com\/en-ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/12\/2024\/10\/RBC_Small-Business-Poll-2024_Blog-Image.jpg?resize=768,512 768w, https:\/\/www.rbcroyalbank.com\/en-ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/12\/2024\/10\/RBC_Small-Business-Poll-2024_Blog-Image.jpg?resize=1024,682 1024w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1097px) 100vw, 1097px\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<p>Ever wondered what it takes to be an entrepreneur? We called on business owners from across the country to share their top insights and hard-earned lessons learned. While their entrepreneurial journeys differ, we uncovered five key themes \u2013 <a href=\"https:\/\/www.rbcroyalbank.com\/en-ca\/my-money-matters\/business\/right-sized-business-advice\/small-business\/ideas-and-lessons-learned-from-real-life-entrepreneurs\/\" data-dig-id=\"LP-76652-490035aa\" data-dig-category=\"LP\" data-dig-action=\"link click\" data-dig-label=\"take a look\" class=\"rbc-link-format\">take a look<\/a>!<\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-columns mar-t-dbl has-white-color has-rbc-bright-blue-tint-1-background-color has-text-color has-background is-layout-flex wp-container-core-columns-is-layout-9d6595d7 wp-block-columns-is-layout-flex\" id=\"h-supporting-entrepreneurs\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-column is-layout-flow wp-block-column-is-layout-flow\">\n<h3 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-rbc-in-the-community-supporting-canada-s-entrepreneurs\">RBC in the Community: Supporting Canada\u2019s Entrepreneurs<\/h3>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile pad-l-hlf pad-t-hlf pad-b-hlf pad-r-hlf has-cool-white-background-color has-background\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"1225\" height=\"820\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rbcroyalbank.com\/en-ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/12\/2023\/09\/Capture.png?quality=80&amp;w=1024\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-89797 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.rbcroyalbank.com\/en-ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/12\/2023\/09\/Capture.png 1225w, https:\/\/www.rbcroyalbank.com\/en-ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/12\/2023\/09\/Capture.png?resize=300,201 300w, https:\/\/www.rbcroyalbank.com\/en-ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/12\/2023\/09\/Capture.png?resize=768,514 768w, https:\/\/www.rbcroyalbank.com\/en-ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/12\/2023\/09\/Capture.png?resize=1024,685 1024w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 1225px) 100vw, 1225px\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading pad-b-qtr mob-pad-b-qtr mar-t-qtr\" id=\"h-rbc-rock-my-business-start-up-awards\">RBC Rock My Business Start-Up Awards<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p><em>November, 202<\/em>5<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p>RBC Future Launch and Futurpreneur will announce the RBC Rock My Business Start-Up Awards where eight young entrepreneurs will be awarded $10,000.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\"><div>\n<div class=\"wp-block-button btn before is-style-tertiary tertiary mar-b-hlf\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/futurpreneur.ca\/en\/program\/rock-my-business\/rmb-award-recipients\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" data-dig-id=\"LP-76652-cb1b80d6\" data-dig-category=\"LP\" data-dig-action=\"button click\" data-dig-label=\"See the winners-https:\/\/futurpreneur.ca\/en\/program\/rock-my-business\/rmb-award-recipients\/ \">See the winners<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile pad-l-hlf mar-t pad-t-hlf pad-b-hlf pad-r-hlf has-cool-white-background-color has-background\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"485\" height=\"415\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rbcroyalbank.com\/en-ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/12\/2024\/09\/Picture2.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-89798 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.rbcroyalbank.com\/en-ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/12\/2024\/09\/Picture2.jpg 485w, https:\/\/www.rbcroyalbank.com\/en-ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/12\/2024\/09\/Picture2.jpg?resize=300,257 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 485px) 100vw, 485px\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading pad-b-qtr mob-pad-b-qtr mar-t-qtr\" id=\"h-rbc-canadian-women-entrepreneur-awards\">RBC Canadian Women Entrepreneur Awards<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>For 20 years running, RBC has sponsored the Canadian Women Entrepreneur Awards, the pre-eminent national business awards recognizing the country\u2019s leading female entrepreneurs. Read how these amazing women are making an impact on Canada\u2019s economy and communities. Winners will be announced Nov, 2025.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\"><div>\n<div class=\"wp-block-button btn before is-style-tertiary tertiary mar-b-hlf\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.womenofinfluence.ca\/2025\/09\/11\/women-of-influence-announces-finalists-for-2025-rbc-canadian-women-entrepreneur-awards\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" data-dig-id=\"LP-76652-cb1b80d6\" data-dig-category=\"LP\" data-dig-action=\"button click\" data-dig-label=\"See 2025 Finalists-https:\/\/www.womenofinfluence.ca\/2025\/09\/11\/women-of-influence-announces-finalists-for-2025-rbc-canadian-women-entrepreneur-awards\/ \">See 2025 Finalists<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile pad-l-hlf mar-t pad-b-hlf pad-t-hlf pad-r-hlf has-cool-white-background-color has-background\" style=\"grid-template-columns:35% auto\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"260\" height=\"95\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rbcroyalbank.com\/en-ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/12\/2024\/10\/Canadian-national-business-awards-2025.png\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-95734 size-full\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading pad-b-qtr mob-pad-b-qtr mar-t-qtr\" id=\"h-canadian-sme-national-business-awards\">Canadian SME National Business Awards<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>The RBC Small Business of the Year Award is awarded to a Canadian small business that has shown exceptional growth in the past two years and has demonstrated leadership, innovation, growth in profits, and a brilliant business plan for the future. Still time to apply for the SME Awards!<\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-buttons is-layout-flex wp-block-buttons-is-layout-flex\"><div>\n<div class=\"wp-block-button btn before is-style-tertiary tertiary mar-b-hlf\"><a class=\"wp-block-button__link wp-element-button\" href=\"https:\/\/www.smeawards.ca\/apply-now\/\" target=\"_blank\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" data-dig-id=\"LP-76652-cb1b80d6\" data-dig-category=\"LP\" data-dig-action=\"button click\" data-dig-label=\"Apply Today-https:\/\/www.smeawards.ca\/apply-now\/ \">Apply Today<\/a><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-rbc-rbc-block drop-shadow pos-rel block-wpr  mar-t\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-rbc-rbc-block-inner-block block-inner\">\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-rbc-programs-promoting-entrepreneurship\">RBC Programs Promoting Entrepreneurship<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>Whether you\u2019re a new business owner or a seasoned veteran we can help with advice, connections and banking solutions to get your new business started or to grow it to the next level.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<ul class=\"wp-block-rbc-list is-style-blue-disc\">\n<li class=\"wp-block-rbc-list-item\">\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rbcroyalbank.com\/business\/advice\/blackentrepreneur.html\" data-dig-id=\"LP-76652-fa40a5ae\" data-dig-category=\"LP\" data-dig-action=\"link click\" data-dig-label=\"RBC Black Entrepreneur Program\" class=\"rbc-link-format\">RBC Black Entrepreneur Program<\/a>: Apply for a loan with lending rates as low as Prime + 2.50% and loan funding up to $250,000, available to eligible<sup>1<\/sup> Black Entrepreneurs in Canada.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wp-block-rbc-list-item\">\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rbcroyalbank.com\/en-ca\/my-money-matters\/opening-doors-for-emerging-bipoc-film-and-media-producers\/\" data-dig-id=\"LP-76652-13d28fed\" data-dig-category=\"LP\" data-dig-action=\"link click\" data-dig-label=\"Emerging BIPOC Film &amp; Media Producers Fund\" class=\"rbc-link-format\">Emerging BIPOC Film &amp; Media Producers Fund<\/a>: Provides access to interim financing and other crucial support to non-established media &amp; entertainment producers within the BIPOC community.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wp-block-rbc-list-item\">\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rbcroyalbank.com\/business\/campaign\/paying-receiving\/international-trade\/rbc-global-connect.html?\" data-dig-id=\"LP-76652-998d9a74\" data-dig-category=\"LP\" data-dig-action=\"link click\" data-dig-label=\"RBC Global Connect\" class=\"rbc-link-format\">RBC Global Connect<\/a>: Explore new markets, find new global business partners and enjoy around-the-clock access to free online trade tools and resources.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wp-block-rbc-list-item\">\n<p>Thinking of Starting a Business? Turn your business idea into action with&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.thefoundersjourney.ca\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-dig-id=\"LP-76652-6d467efd\" data-dig-category=\"LP\" data-dig-action=\"link click\" data-dig-label=\"The Founder\u2019s Journey\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"rbc-link-format\">The Founder\u2019s Journey<\/a>, a free online course taught by Ivey Business School faculty, in collaboration with RBC Future Launch, and The Globe and Mail.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n\n\n\n<li class=\"wp-block-rbc-list-item\">\n<p>Considering a business as an agricultural producer?&nbsp;<a href=\"https:\/\/www.guelphagriculturalmanagement.com\/\" target=\"_blank\" data-dig-id=\"LP-76652-2a52befc\" data-dig-category=\"LP\" data-dig-action=\"link click\" data-dig-label=\"The Foundations in Agricultural Management course\" rel=\"noreferrer noopener\" class=\"rbc-link-format\">The Foundations in Agricultural Management course<\/a>, a collaboration between University of Guelph, Farm Credit Canada (FCC) and RBC Future Launch, provides an introduction to key management concepts that lay a foundation for farmers to take a more proactive approach to managing their business and planning for the future.<\/p>\n<\/li>\n<\/ul>\n<\/div>\n<\/div>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-media-text is-stacked-on-mobile mar-t pad-t-hlf pad-l-hlf mar-b pad-b-hlf pad-r-hlf has-cool-white-background-color has-background\"><figure class=\"wp-block-media-text__media\"><img loading=\"lazy\" decoding=\"async\" width=\"469\" height=\"312\" src=\"https:\/\/www.rbcroyalbank.com\/en-ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/12\/2024\/09\/Picture5.jpg\" alt=\"\" class=\"wp-image-89800 size-full\" srcset=\"https:\/\/www.rbcroyalbank.com\/en-ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/12\/2024\/09\/Picture5.jpg 469w, https:\/\/www.rbcroyalbank.com\/en-ca\/wp-content\/uploads\/sites\/12\/2024\/09\/Picture5.jpg?resize=300,200 300w\" sizes=\"auto, (max-width: 469px) 100vw, 469px\" \/><\/figure><div class=\"wp-block-media-text__content\">\n<h4 class=\"wp-block-heading\" id=\"h-starting-a-business-comes-with-all-kinds-of-firsts-here-s-how-to-make-them-easier\">Starting a business comes with all kinds of firsts. Here\u2019s how to make them easier.<\/h4>\n\n\n\n<p>From registering your business to opening a business bank account to planning for growth, RBC is here to support you every step of the way.<\/p>\n\n\n\n<p><a href=\"https:\/\/www.rbcroyalbank.com\/dms\/business\/accounts\/digital-choice\/overall.html\" data-dig-id=\"LP-76652-b0343994\" data-dig-category=\"LP\" data-dig-action=\"link click\" data-dig-label=\"Get Started\" class=\"rbc-link-format goto-link\" data-icon-class=\"goto-link\">Get Started<\/a><\/p>\n<\/div><\/div>\n\n\n\n<p><\/p>\n\n\n\n<div class=\"wp-block-rbc-rbc-default-collapsible\"><p><button class=\"collapse-toggle collapsed\" data-target=\"#collapse834a1009\" data-toggle=\"collapse\" aria-expanded=\"false\" aria-controls=\"collapse834a1009\" data-dig-id=\"LP-57738-834a1009\" data-dig-category=\"LP\" data-dig-action=\"accordion closed\" action-closed=\"accordion closed\" action-opened=\"accordion open\" data-dig-label=\"Things our lawyers want you to know\"><span>Things our lawyers want you to know<\/span><span>Things our lawyers want you to know<\/span><\/button><\/p><div class=\"collapse-content collapse\" id=\"collapse834a1009\">\n<div class=\"wp-block-rbc-collapsible-inner-block collapse-inner\">\n<p>This article is intended as general information only and is not to be relied upon as constituting legal, financial or other professional advice. 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