Validation Calls to Franchisees: Beware of Songbirds

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Making validation calls to a system’s current franchisees is a critical part

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Franchisor Support: What Do the Best Franchisors Provide?

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Franchisor support varies greatly. And when looking into franchise systems, it’s helpful

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Who Succeeds as a Franchisee? Hint: They Wear 8 Hats

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Do you envision yourself as a future franchisee? How can you know

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Buying into a big franchise system: pros and cons

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Most people equate franchising with well-known names: McDonald’s, 7-Eleven, Dunkin’ Donuts, Supercuts,

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Buying a Franchise “Later” in Life: Life Begins at 55!

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In franchising and elsewhere, 55 is the new 35. What do you

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Franchise Research: Estimating Your Return on Investment (ROI)

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How do you find a franchise with great returns? A wise investor, whether

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What’s Next? Your Tasks as a New Franchisee

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A great sense of accomplishment comes with finding your perfect franchise opportunity

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Franchise financing: What are your options?

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Options for financing the purchase of a franchise are as varied as

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What You Need to Know about the Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD)

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What can you learn from a Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD)? History of

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The History of Franchising

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How did franchising develop into the economic powerhouse it is today? You

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What is a Turnkey Franchise?

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You’ve probably heard the term “turnkey” many times and may have wondered

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Benefits of the Business to Business (B2B) Franchise Model

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If you’re drawn to sales and relationship building, take a look at

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Contacting Franchise Owners: Sample Validation Questions

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When investigating a particular franchise business, be sure to take advantage of

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Don’t Fear the Franchise Agreement (but Read it Carefully)

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If you are about to begin your adventure as as a new

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Choosing a Franchise: 7 Sure Steps

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Franchising is a wonderful way to go into business for yourself. If

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How Much Money Can You Make as a Franchisee? A Look at Earnings Claims

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When looking into buying a franchise, you may find it challenging to

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Would You Make a Good Franchisee? A Personal Assessment

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How can you tell if you’re right for franchising? It takes some

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Evaluating a Mandatory Marketing Program

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A franchisor’s mandatory marketing program can offer its franchisees many benefits. However,

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Franchise Resale: Should You Buy an Existing Franchise Unit?

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Considering franchise ownership? If you’re truly looking to hit the ground running,

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Franchise or Traditional Business Opportunity: Which Path to Choose?

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Looking to become a business owner without starting from scratch? Trying to

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Owning a Food Franchise: Is It for You?

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If you’re thinking about buying a franchise, chances are you’ve considered a

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Evaluating a Franchise Training Program

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Many people embark on a new career when buying a franchise. Bankers

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Franchise Fees: Beyond the Initial Investment

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When you’re thinking of buying a franchise, a big piece of the

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Franchise Basics: Elements of a Franchise

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When exploring the purchase of a franchise, you’ll want to know the franchise

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