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Financing Your Franchise Investment Through Bank Loans: What You Need to Know
Franchise ownership is an ideal way to make the leap to being a business owner. The great thing about becoming part of a franchise system is that your leap comes with the support and guidance…
Considering Opening a Retail Franchise? Here’s What You Need to Know
While it is true that online shopping has experienced significant growth in recent years, retail shopping in brick and mortar stores remains healthy and by far America’s preferred way to shop. According to “The State…
Is a Home-Based Franchise Right for You?
Have you been thinking about exploring home-based business ideas? If you have found yourself dreaming of working from home, there’s a franchise for that. It’s easy to see why having a home-based business is attractive,…
Roadmap to Opening a Franchise
Opening a franchise business is not for the faint of heart. It is indeed a family decision that requires a great deal of preparation, planning, and self-evaluation. The entrepreneurial process requires that you evaluate the…
The Most Common Franchise Terms and What They Mean
Searching for the right franchise opportunity can seem overwhelming, but having a good understanding of the phraseology will make the task that much easier. To help you begin the investigation process, here is a list…
5 Questions to Ask When Considering Franchise Ownership
Thinking of buying a franchise? Before you sign any papers, you need to be very thorough in your research about your prospect. Buying a franchise is a serious investment. When you sit down to talk…
What to Expect Your First Few Months of Owning a Travel Franchise
Booking a trip has become both easier and vastly more complicated because of the internet. While most people have no problem navigating websites and flight schedules, they face literally millions of options when they run…
What to Do When Franchising Isn’t the Right Fit for Your Business
As a franchise lawyer, I see the incredible value for business owners to take a proven business model and rapidly expand through franchising. It also builds in revenue streams and places dedicated individuals at the helm…