Franchise Articles

Jul 22, 2013

Do you have the right personality to be a...

Before buying a franchise, one of the most important questions to ask yourself is: “Do I have the right personality to be a franchisee?” People are all different, and so are franchises. As a...

Jul 10, 2013

How To Finance Your Franchise - Part 2...

So now that you know where to turn for franchise financing, the next step is negotiating for the best deal. Keep in mind that a loan officer’s job is twofold: He is trying to negotiate the...

Jun 26, 2013

How To Finance Your Franchise - Part 1 (Options)

As a prospective franchisee, your potential for success can depend in large part on how you set up your initial financing. However, finding cash flow for your startup – including franchise fees –...

Mar 11, 2013

Do You REALLY Have What It Takes to Successfully...

Have you ever asked yourself if you have the right qualities to be a successful franchise owner? With over 2500 franchises in the US, there are many different attributes franchises look for in a...

Mar 11, 2013

What are some of the best franchises to invest in?

When you are planning to invest your money in a franchise, you're taking a risk. Even with the right research and effort on your part, you could run into problems making your new business a success....

Mar 11, 2013

The Top Military Friendly Franchises

The right top military franchise for an armed forces member depends on their personal circumstances including what they are interested in and how much money they have available to invest in a...

Mar 11, 2013

Questions To Ask Before Signing A Lease

Renting a space for your franchise location is a significant commitment. Before you sign on the dotted line, make preparations for lease negotiations with the landlord by making a list of the...

Mar 11, 2013

How Much Money Do Franchises Make?

Your first question as a franchisee is probably the most popular one: "How much will I make?" Franchisers usually won't or can't give numbers for earnings and for a good reason. It's...

Mar 11, 2013

Franchising Defined

When people think of the concept of franchising, they often think of franchise successes such as McDonald's or Burger King. Many people think that these fast food giants originated the concept of...

Mar 11, 2013

What Attracts Women to Franchising

Franchising offers an incredible opportunity for women to start their own successful businesses. Women have characteristics that are ideal for franchising and allow them to excel in this business...

Mar 11, 2013

Home-Based Franchises for Moms

If you are a stay-at-home mom, you don't have to give up your time with your children just to start a fulfilling career. You can own your own business and make a steady income to support your family...

Mar 11, 2013

Preparing to Seek Franchise Funding

The established success of a well-known franchise can make it easier to secure financing. However, you will still need to be prepared when talking with a lender. Getting turned down for a...

Mar 11, 2013

Financing your Franchise Purchase

After you've found the right franchise for you, you'll need to finance the required starting costs. Although there are many franchising financing options available, what will work the best for you...

Mar 11, 2013

Franchise Disclosure Documents Explained

Once you've researched franchise opportunities and have identified possibilities based on your results and investment level, you'll need to make contact. At this point, you'll enter the legal side of...

Mar 11, 2013

Pros & Cons of a Start-up Franchise

You've saved your money, you've done your research and you've decided to become a franchise owner. There's just one step left: you need to choose a business to buy into. Is it better to invest in...

Mar 11, 2013

What You Need To Know About Multi-Unit Franchising

The numbers tell the story: multi-unit franchising is, without question, the biggest growth trend in today's franchise industry. According to the franchise services firm FRANdata, approximately...

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