Buying a Franchise

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Free Webinar | October 23: Taking Control of Your Life Through Franchising

Ready to be your own boss? Join our webinar on 10/23 at 2pm ET to learn how being a franchise owner can allow you to take back control of your daily schedule and stop working for someone else. Register now!

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How to Know If a Local Business Has Franchise Potential, From a Guy Who Built One Into 80 Locations

Wade Brannon had already built and sold one franchise when a kid's hair salon in his area caught his interest.

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How Investing in a Multi-Unit Franchise Can Positively Diversify Your Portfolio

Investing in a multi-unit franchise can diversify your portfolio and build a substantial business, but it is critical to understand your financial and operational capabilities clearly.

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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.

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Use These 3 Steps to Find The Perfect Franchise Opportunity For You

Once you've decided to buy, here are three steps for finding the franchise that's right for you.

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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.

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Interested in The Franchising Industry? Run Through This Essential Checklist For Aspiring Franchisees Before You Invest.

From financing to legal review, we'll cover all the basics before you officially become a franchisee.

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Ground Floor to Sky High — The Unmatched Potential of Investing in Emerging Franchises

Every global business started with one store or restaurant. To get the best possible compounded returns on their investment, franchisees should consider emerging brands, which offer more support and growth potential at much lower costs.

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What Is the "Hottest" Franchise to Buy?

There has to be a "best" franchise and a "hottest" industry, right? Well, sorry, there is not. Franchise expert Tim Parmeter explains why.

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3 Common Myths About Franchising That You Need to Stop Believing

Tackling three myths about franchising and making the argument for why companies should consider the franchising model to scale their businesses and why it can be an excellent opportunity for entrepreneurs to create economic and social value.

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The Secret Roadmap to Franchise Success, from Startup to Sale — A Blueprint for Growth Into a Multi-Billion Dollar Business

Turning an idea into a multi-billion dollar business requires original thinking, careful vetting of the concept and franchisees, and old-fashioned customer service.

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Is Franchising for You? Ask Yourself These Questions.

The author of "The Wealthy Franchisee" offers reflections to help decide if franchising is the right path for you.

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Net Worth Calculator for Franchises

Use this financial tool to help you along on your franchise journey.

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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.

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Would You Turn Your Small Business Into a Franchise? Here's Why Everyone From Hardware Stores to Hot Dog Shops Are Doing It.

When you've put your blood, sweat and tears into building an independent business, it's hard to know if converting to franchise is selling out, or buying into something better. We talked to business owners across industries about how they made the decision, and to franchisors on why they're pursuing the conversion strategy.