Franchise Fee… What is it?

The franchise fee is the amount of money paid to the franchise holder, or franchisor. The fee buys the the brand name, the know-how, the support and the administrative support.

Financing Your Franchise – Start-up Costs & Cash Flow

It is far easier to obtain money for a well researched and thoroughly planned start-up than it is for a struggling franchise that hasn’t met projected expectations.

Expense Reduction Analysts

I met with Stuart Michael from Expense Reduction Analysts today and received a brief explanation of the business model. It seems to me an excellent choice for those considering a “second career”.
Expense Reduction Analysts seeks to identify areas where significant cost reductions can be achieved in just about any business there is. One of the [...]

Franchise for Children with Learning Problems

As they examined an array of franchising opportunities, however, they discovered one that promised solutions for both their entrepreneurial ambitions and their daughters’ learning challenges.

Franchising Financials

Franchising is such a good way to get into business. This first article in a series of four, talks about how to get the financials right.

Franchises for Sale – Some Points on Doing Your Research.

If it is a service franchise, also consider becoming a customer. Get your dryer vent checked, your lawns mowed or your suit dry cleaned. Spend some time chatting to the contact person.

Franchises for Sale by the thousands, but do your research

Most franchisors will be happy to send you an email asking if they can call you or when you would like to meet up. Some will immediately send you an Information Pack which will help you evaluate their franchise.