With the ongoing job market and economic conditions many former business executives are looking for alternatives to traditional jobs. In many cases the need to find an alternative may not be voluntary, since so many employees have become victims of downsizing. Without an understanding of what it takes to start a company or what alternatives [...]
Almost all business experts would agree that – even though the economy is still very bleak with not much but hopes and prayers for a real recovery in sight – now is actually an extremely good time to be considering opening a business. I completely agree that opportunities abound. True entrepreneurs manage to see that [...]
If you are starting a new franchise and you want it to be a success from the beginning you are on the right track. And if you want to effectively get the community and people aware of your new franchise, a grand opening is a must! A grand opening is a great way for you [...]
EDEN PRAIRIE, MN – (November 11, 2008) Despite what you hear on the news about money being tight there are still plenty of ways to finance a franchise purchase, said Jeff Elgin, CEO of FranChoice, Inc., a national consultant company that helps individuals find their ideal fit in a franchise business. “Financing will always be [...]
As in the case of a franchise, a preexisting business can be a great option, if you do it right. The fact is, you need not be an innovator to be a successful entrepreneur. Many entrepreneurs are great turnaround artists. They have far more success recognizing an opportunity and capitalizing on an existing venture than [...]
Once all of your questions have been satisfactorily answered, you have done your due diligence and have spoken with existing franchisees, and you understand where your store will be located, it is time to sign on the dotted line. But before you do, make sure you avoid potential pitfalls. Franchisees often buy into a franchise [...]
After narrowing your choices, it is time to sit down with the franchisor and get all of your questions answered.
The important thing is that you get a very clear picture of the cost of purchasing the franchise—both start-up and ongoing costs. Once you have gathered all of this information, you will be [...]
As you go about this research, understand that successful franchisors have certain traits in common. Following are the traits that are most important. If you can find a franchisor that has these traits, you are headed in the right direction.
The Franchisor Supports the Franchisees
The best franchises are ones where the franchisor sees its [...]
One of the best ways to start a new business, if you do it right, is to buya franchise or other established business. While people typically think of Mc-Donald’s, KFC, Dunkin’ Donuts, or Baskin Robbins when they think of franchises, the fact is that franchises come in almost every industry. The same is true [...]
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