Startups vs. Franchise Businesses
Many entrepreneurs interested in small-business ownership are often drawn to the appeal of startups. Business ownership, like many aspects of life, must be weighed with
Franchise Owners Are Just Like You!
As a franchise business consultant for more than 20 years, I’ve advised thousands of prospective franchise owners. I know who they are, what interested them
Qualities You Want to Look For in a Franchisor in This “New Normal.”
The COVID-19 pandemic reshaped much of 2020 and has proven to have had a major impact on the economy and many people’s financial outlooks. If
Why a Franchise Consultant Has Never Been More Important
Buying a franchise is one of the biggest decisions anyone can make. While it is certainly possible to purchase a franchise successfully, many prospective franchise
What Is the Best Franchise Ownership Model for You?
Deciding whether to purchase a franchise is a hard enough challenge on its own. But that decision is intertwined with the process of determining what
Franchise in Focus: A low-cost, quick-to-profit essential business.
As I’ve written before, the most lucrative franchise situations aren’t always the prettiest. There are few things as ugly as commercial waste, but this franchise is plenty attractive to franchise candidates. I’m talking about an environmentally-friendly business with a patent-pending model, recurring revenue, routed service, minimal staff and no facility requirements. The business only requires…