Franchising

Finding the best franchise opportunities on the Internet can be quite a hard task. There is estimated to be over 3,500 franchise opportunities in the United States and Canada today. Franchising has proved itself to be the most effective form at one to run their own business, but where are you supposed to look? In this article, I will expose...

Several years before, if one wanted to start his own business, his natural course of action would be to do it on his own, depending largely on his business instincts, limited know-how, and observation of the market. The advent of franchising, however, brought a big change in business. Many have since become rich because of franchising. Franchising...

Just have a look around the franchise industry and you will be amazed to find that most of the top franchise companies have humble beginnings. Many of the brands that are popular all over the world started as a small family business and through franchising have turned out to be popular. To franchise your business you need to have knowledge about...

If you are purchasing a restaurant franchise there are a few items you should know about that are not required to be disclosed in a Franchise Disclosure Document when you buy a franchise. Although the Federal Trade Commission requires disclosure of certain items by law you should be aware of the undisclosed items before you jump in with both feet.Number...

Shopping for a new franchise business and considering your options?  One you might not thought of is the concept of buying a "resale" franchise opportunity. There can be several advantages to buying an existing franchise instead of a new outlet, one being the established track record of profitability by the seller of the current franchise. Generally,...

Frequently asked questions about Franchising. 1. What is Franchising?A franchise is a business arrangement in which an established company sells an entrepreneur or investor, the franchisee, a license to use the name, and sell products and/or services of the franchising company.2. How Does a Franchise Work?The franchising company charges the franchisee...

People often think that buying a franchise is the best way to start their own business. In return for an often excessive franchise fee they will get a 'turnkey' business in a box with a brand name and all standard documentation from the word go. This may be the case but before looking at a mobile phone Franchise you must also think about the all...

Those prospective entrepreneurs considering buying a franchise are bombarded by statistics which show that Franchisees seem to do much better than stand alone small businesses. However they should approach the statistics with extreme caution.The oft-touted statistic that after 5 years the percentage of Franchises still in business is much higher...

Franchise consultants help entrepreneurs build their future, one business at a time. They specialize in expanding and developing small and medium sized businesses, thanks to their expertise on franchising practices and principles.Franchise consultants are knowledgeable on feasibility studies, business planning and strategy, management information...

In simple terms when you buy a franchise you pay an initial franchise fee and ongoing royalties to the franchisor. For this fee and royalty payment you have the rights to use the franchise business system, sell its products and services and use the company trademarks. The franchisor also provides ongoing business support and a prescribed marketing...

If you are looking for a franchise opportunity that will offer you a good earning potential, you may want to consider purchasing a fitness franchise. The current health obsessed climate makes a fitness franchise a good way to create a money-making business while helping people look and feel their best. There are a number of fitness franchise...

The expansion and phenomenal growth of franchising in the United States is a continuing evolution of sorts, taking on new management individuals and owners at an exceedingly swift rate. This is so because of the monumental potential and attached benefits that come with owning a franchise. It's a business model and an industrial trend, one moving...

Actually, there is no secret...other than "those who do not know how to do it" think there's a secret to it. With a little knowledge, you won't have to shell out $250,000 big ones just to get your franchise off the ground. In fact, I will show you how to substantially reduce that upfront expense before you get in too deep... read on!For beginners...Franchising...

Although franchising is widely known to offer aspiring, new business owners the best possible chance of success with the least amount of risk, there are some myths out there that can tend to alienate even the most die-hard entrepreneur. Below, I clear up some common franchise misconceptions that will breathe new life into your goal of owning...

Franchise Operations can make substantial earnings. (The Good)Every hour in the United States a franchise is sold. Franchising has grown into a thriving and established business activity. Large corporations are using franchising as a means for diversification, while franchisees seek it as a competitive edge over other small businesses It is apparent...

If you're serious about buying a franchise business then you need to fully understand the franchise agreement to avoid making a bad investment. As a franchisee you assume all the risk!We've all bought products and services from franchises, and we all have a basic understanding of the industry. In fact, many of us have an intimate relationship...

You could become a leader and innovator of your chosen franchise, taking it to new areas. You could help to train new people and help them set up their own franchises, for which you would be rewarded with a share of their profits. But all this takes some management skill and requires you to invest some money as well as time and effort in the franchise.As...

There are several missteps that can negatively impact the success rate of a franchise and leave any franchise buyer very dissatisfied.As you go through the franchise search process you will run across people who have made mistakes in starting their franchise.They will, most often, fall into several predictable categories. As you talk to them,...

Franchising has become one of the most important and effective business growth strategies in the past quarter century. Although franchise system development dates back centuries to the times when monarchs awarded territories to tax collectors, current franchise business systems date back decades to the Singer Sewing Machine strategy of granting...

If you are among the many people who want to become a business owner franchising may be the best choice for you! People who start a franchise business have a higher chance for success than those who begin their own independent business. However, even with that said a franchise can still fail. It is important that you choose wisely and do everything...

The rewards of owning a business franchise are many. If you are an entrepreneur who is interested in a business that does not take relatively much time to start, you should buy franchise rights to become a franchisee. Franchising a business is a quick way to starting off a business that does not require much planning, the franchisee continues...

Is Home Based Franchising for you?Do you desire Home Business Ownership but cringe at the thought of starting from scratch?Possibly a Home based Franchise is your answer.A Franchise is a business in which "... the franchisor, the owner and developer of the franchise system licenses [you] franchisees to use trademarks, service marks, logos,...