Buying a Franchise
How to go From Aspiring Entrepreneur to Successful Franchisee in 9 Steps
Ready to become a franchise owner? Use this checklist to get started.
Franchise Basics
Building a Business
Your Ultimate Research Guide to the Crucial Steps Before Buying a Franchise
If you’re thinking about becoming a franchisee, find out what you’re getting yourself into by reviewing this quick guide.
Franchising
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Buying a Franchise
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Franchises vs. Startups
Buying a Franchise
Franchise vs. Startup: Which Path Pays Off Faster?
Analyzing critical factors will determine whether franchise or startup is the most efficient path to profitability.
Building a Business
Why You Should Buy a Franchise Instead of Starting Your Own
Hoping to be your own boss? One franchise expert outlines the plus side of buying a franchise
Buying a Franchise
Aspiring Franchise Owners Ask Me This — But They Should Be Asking Themselves 5 Questions
Before investing in a franchise, ask yourself these five questions to see if you’re truly ready to succeed.
By David Busker
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Do Your Research
Buying a Franchise
5 Must-Do Steps to Evaluate Franchise Opportunities Like a Pro
Once you’ve narrowed your franchise choices to a few — or a few dozen — it’s time to investigate these informational options.
By Mark Siebert
Brick & Mortar
8 Essential Real Estate Questions To Ask Potential Franchisors
Before buying a franchise, find definitive answers to these questions.
Your Ultimate Research Guide to the Crucial Steps Before Buying a Franchise
If you’re thinking about becoming a franchisee, find out what you’re getting yourself into by reviewing this quick guide.
Buying a Franchise? Don’t Be Intimidated — Follow This Guide to Sizing Up a Franchisor.
You should always ask to meet the franchisor before buying into a brand. When you get that meeting, here’s what to ask.
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Legal and Finance
Buying a franchise
5 Essential Elements Franchisees Need to Know about Their Franchise Agreement
If you are thinking about buying a franchise, give your full attention to the legal contract that connects you to the brand.
By Manish Vakil
Buying a Franchise
How to Finance Your Franchise
From tips to resources, get your financing journey started here.
Buying a Franchise
Know The Franchise Ownership Costs Before You Leap
From initial investments to royalty fees to legal costs, take stock of these numbers before it’s too late.
Review Documents
Building a Business
The Anatomy Of A Franchise Disclosure Document
Here’s a break down your most tedious — and valuable — franchise research tool so you understand the ins and outs before signing.
By Jeff Elgin
Researching Franchise Opportunities
Understanding the Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD)
A Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) is a legal document that franchisors are required to provide to prospective franchisees before the sale of a franchise.
Buying a Franchise
Know The Franchise Ownership Costs Before You Leap
From initial investments to royalty fees to legal costs, take stock of these numbers before it’s too late.
Buying a Franchise
How to Spot These 4 Major Red Flags Before Buying a Franchise
It’s impossible to anticipate every possible red flag; however, when you’re asking the right questions and know some of the telltale signs to watch out for, you’re ahead of the curve.
By David Busker
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Discovery Day
Buying a Franchise
The ABCs of Franchise Discovery Days
Find out what you need to do on Discovery Day to determine if you and your potential franchisee are a good match.
By Mark Siebert
Buying a Franchise
6 Red Flags That Will Get You Rejected on Franchise Discovery Day
Discover the six critical red flags that cause franchisors to reject otherwise qualified candidates during Discovery Days — and learn how the most successful franchise relationships require alignment on values, expectations, and a shared vision for execution.
By Dan Rowe
Buying a Franchise
Thinking of Buying a Franchise? You’re Not Just Investing — You’re Also Being Evaluated.
A successful franchise partnership requires a mutually beneficial match between the franchisee and the franchisor. Make sure you’re prepared to put your best foot forward.
By David Busker
Buying a Franchise
Ready to Attend a Franchises’s Discovery Day? Follow These 7 Steps to Prepare.
It takes a lot of work to determine the best fit for the franchise and the potential franchisee.
By Adam Horlock
Buying a Franchise
Here’s What Every Potential Franchisee Needs to Do During Discovery Day
A discovery day hosted by a franchisor is an opportunity for a potential franchisee to make the final determination on signing a franchise agreement. What steps should a franchisee take while attending discovery day?
By Adam Horlock
Sign the Agreement
Business Accounting
The 19 Covenants of a Standard Franchise Agreement
A quick look at the promises, rights or duties that the franchisee or franchisor owes to the other.
How to Properly Review the Franchise Agreement
In this section, you’ll learn how to properly review a franchise agreement, a critical document that outlines the legal and financial terms between the franchisor and franchisee.
Take These 5 Essential Steps Before Signing a Franchise Agreement
Doing your homework before signing a franchise agreement can be the key to franchise success.
5 Essential Elements Franchisees Need to Know about Their Franchise Agreement
If you are thinking about buying a franchise, give your full attention to the legal contract that connects you to the brand.
Post-Purchase
Buying a Franchise
So You Decided to Become a Franchisee. Here’s What Happens Next.
The author of “The Wealthy Franchisee” gives an uncensored account of the highs and lows experienced during those initial days of doing business.
Buying a Franchise
Daily Habits of the Most Successful Franchisees
Wealthy franchisees run their business. Business doesn’t run them.
Buying a Franchise
Why Do Some Franchisees Crush It and Others Fail? It Comes Down to This Formula.
There are three factors that determine the level of success a franchisee can achieve.
Buying a Franchise
The 3 Big Questions to Ask Yourself to Get Big Results for Your Franchise
Wealthy franchisees carefully consider what they want their business to achieve beyond profitability.