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There are quite a few different types of financing options for owners of franchised businesses. Just as a solid business plan is necessary, so is a sound financial strategy. Explore the different financing options available, shop around for the ...

December 01, 2011 by By Sara Mackey  |  0 Comments  |  Read More

YES!  Attending the complimentary seminars at a Franchise Expo is a fantastic way to get free unbiased advice on the process of buying a franchise.  Seminar topics will vary from show to show, but will generally cover the following ...

December 01, 2011 by By Leslie Lawrence  |  0 Comments  |  Read More

Economic experts are stating with cautious optimism that the recent recession is finally heading towards recovery, a process that is expected to take at least another couple of years. There have been many factors attributed to economic growth and ...

December 02, 2011 by By Upside Group Franchise Consulting  |  0 Comments  |  Read More

In the days following your visit to a Franchise Expo, it is likely that your head will be swimming with ideas and excitement.  You might also be a bit nervous and scared about making a decision that will alter life as you know it.  Fear ...

December 07, 2011 by By Leslie Lawrence  |  0 Comments  |  Read More

In this technological driven world, social media is imperative to market your franchise business.  Patrons today are looking to interact more than ever.  Facebook and other social media sites allow for them to view your business more ...

December 13, 2011 by By Upside Group Franchise Consulting  |  0 Comments  |  Read More

Buying into a franchise is one of the quickest and easiest ways to jump into the business world – especially for potential entrepreneurs that may not have the skills or creativity to develop their own business concept. Buying into a ...

November 09, 2011 by By Joseph Lizio  |  0 Comments  |  Read More

Deciding to open a business is a big decision!  Before diving in, it is important to do your necessary due diligence.  An important part of the research process is meeting face-to-face with the franchisor.  The fastest, easiest ...

November 14, 2011 by By Leslie Lawrence  |  0 Comments  |  Read More

Attending a Franchise Expo is the perfect opportunity to get your questions answered in regards to what is involved in opening and operating your own Franchise. To make the most of your time at the show, you should go prepared knowing exactly ...

November 21, 2011 by By Leslie Lawrence  |  0 Comments  |  Read More

Before you go into a legal agreement with any franchisor, there are many questions that need to be asked. Here's a short list of questions to ask and why they're important:        How much do I have to invest before I can ...

October 03, 2011 by By Ben Baggett  |  0 Comments  |  Read More

It's no secret that franchising is one of the most popular steps to take for thriving businesses. Successful franchising acts as a catalyst for growth, recognition, and longevity. This makes it an enticing option for business owners across the ...

October 25, 2011 by By Upside Group Franchise Consulting  |  0 Comments  |  Read More

Over the past few years, franchising has steadily increased in popularity to the point where it has become the next logical move for businesses interested in expanding. This can be attributed to the inherent opportunity of the ...

October 26, 2011 by By Upside Group Franchise Consulting  |  0 Comments  |  Read More

While there are LOTS of articles and blog posts out on the web all about the importance of social networking, and the 'how-to' of social networking, it can become come quite overwhelming to grasp exactly what to do; but perhaps even ...

September 08, 2011 by By AK Stout  |  0 Comments  |  Read More

Franchise Gator sits down with Dan Martin, Franchise Strategy Coach & IFX CEO to get his take on using a Franchise Consultant/Broker as well as some good advice for someone looking to venture into franchising. Dan Martin's franchise ...

September 13, 2011 by By Farrah Kennedy  |  0 Comments  |  Read More

What is a Credit Score: The most commonly known credit score is the FICO score developed by the Fair Isaacs Company. FICO scores range from 300 to 850, the higher the number the better the score. A credit score below 650 may make it more ...

September 13, 2011 by By BoeFly  |  0 Comments  |  Read More

BoeFly, the online exchange that successfully connects business borrowers with the over 1000 participating lenders, has analyzed the financing requests posted on its marketplace and has identified the following key elements necessary for ...

September 13, 2011 by By BoeFly  |  1 Comments  |  Read More

A business plan is a written document that is broken down into several different sections that set the procedures for operating your business and enabling you and your lender to understand and plan for the needs of your business. Think of the ...

September 13, 2011 by By BoeFly  |  0 Comments  |  Read More

Most small businesses are , subject to certain exceptions, eligible for an SBA loan. The specific rules regarding are found in a series of Standard Operating Procedures (SOPs) that the SBA has promulgated to guide SBA Lenders as well as in Title ...

September 14, 2011 by By BoeFly  |  0 Comments  |  Read More

Are you a people person?  What about managing people?  Prefer to work alone?  All of these are things you should consider when looking at which franchise is right for you.  In this 4 part series we will examine the different ...

September 14, 2011 by By Farrah Kennedy  |  0 Comments  |  Read More

If you like the idea of being self employed yet entering the marketplace with an already established business then a franchise might be a good opportunity for you. However, there is a lot to learn about franchises before taking a leap into this ...

September 29, 2011 by By Farrah Kennedy  |  0 Comments  |  Read More

Buying a franchise takes a lot of research and some basic understanding of a few things will help.  Remember to manage your limitations and leverage your strengths. In this article, part 4 of 6 from The Educated Franchisee we will make sure you ...

August 22, 2011 by By Rick Bisio  |  0 Comments  |  Read More

Curtis Nelson's father began K&N Mobile franchises in 1972 and they have since grown into an amazing company. We had to chance to ask him some questions and he had a lot to tell us about his business and the franchising world as a ...

August 23, 2011 by By Jessica Dees  |  0 Comments  |  Read More

Finding the right franchise opportunity to become successful depends on a lot of vital research done beforehand. Conducting research on the industry and brand before you sign a legal agreement is imperative; this process helps you decide if the ...

August 30, 2011 by By Eric Bell  |  0 Comments  |  Read More

Should You Advertise Using Pay Per Click Ads? If you are looking to get involved in the franchise industry, you need to know about the options available to you for internet marketing.  Internet marketing will help you to drive visitors ...

July 06, 2011 by By Rich Stark  |  0 Comments  |  Read More

So you're thinking about becoming a franchisee, are you?  The franchisor will invite you to their annual convention, but how do you know if you need to really attend?  If you answer YES to the following question, then you need to attend ...

July 12, 2011 by By Farrah Kennedy  |  0 Comments  |  Read More

Do want your own business or do you just want a job?  In this article, part 3 of 6 from The Educated Franchisee, we will discuss the difference between being an employee and owning the business.  Many perspective franchisees approach ...

July 19, 2011 by By Rick Bisio  |  1 Comments  |  Read More

There are hundreds of business to business franchise opportunities to chose from.  This offers an entrepreneur a great opportunity to match their strengths and passions with a business that will suit them.  All companies rely on ...

July 21, 2011 by By Farrah Kennedy  |  0 Comments  |  Read More

One of the hardest things to decide on when starting your business is location. Your contract with the franchisor may include a certain geographic location but within that territory, there could be thousands of potential sites. How does one go ...

July 28, 2011 by By Farrah Kennedy  |  0 Comments  |  Read More

During a recession there is no shortage of those willing and able to work which has sparked a renewed interest in franchising as a career option. Aside from the opportunity to essentially hire yourself, franchising offers many great selling points ...

June 03, 2011 by By Farrah Kennedy  |  0 Comments  |  Read More

While the term "green" is often used as more of a marketing technique than as a legitimate effort to conserve resources, many companies are embracing green products and techniques as a sustainable, cost-cutting measure for their business. ...

June 06, 2011 by By Eric Bell  |  0 Comments  |  Read More

Social media is increasingly becoming a critical part of the PR and marketing strategy of any business. Franchises generally benefit from a central marketing department which handles marketing and PR for the franchise as a whole, freeing up the ...

June 07, 2011 by By Farrah Kennedy  |  0 Comments  |  Read More

Franchises represent a way for virtually anyone to launch a business with a proven product model and business plan. Entrepreneurs have been taking advantage of franchise programs for years, and a recent trend has seen many celebrities and athletes ...

June 08, 2011 by By Farrah Kennedy  |  0 Comments  |  Read More

There are several different types of franchise ownership, from the simple franchisor-franchisee relationship to area developers and master franchisors. While all of these types of franchise ownership vary greatly in their structure, the same basic ...

June 09, 2011 by By Farrah Kennedy  |  0 Comments  |  Read More

For those who haven't yet entered the Twitter scene, it's quite possible that you share the common misconception as many other Twitter virgins, that Twitter is all about telling everyone what you had for breakfast and other inconsequential daily ...

June 14, 2011 by By AK Stout  |  0 Comments  |  Read More

A franchise opportunity is great for beginning business owners because it comes with an outlined plan for sales and marketing.  However, while there is a plan to follow, every business owner must look at other ways to generate sales and the ...

June 17, 2011 by By Rich Stark  |  0 Comments  |  Read More

A recent study by the Small Business Administration's Office of Advocacy shows the, perhaps surprising result, that a military background makes a person as much as 50% more likely to become an entrepreneur, with the odds increasing for anyone ...

June 20, 2011 by By Eric Bell  |  0 Comments  |  Read More

In 2008, quick-serve and fast-food restaurants and franchises were one of the few industries in the country that seemed to be unaffected by the recession.  If anything, many of the top fast-food chains reported growth amidst the flat-lined ...

June 27, 2011 by By Stephan Baldwin  |  0 Comments  |  Read More

The mortgage crisis in our country caused some of the most devastating economic effects in recent history, with nearly every industry being affected by the economic downturn.  No industry, however, has perhaps felt the effects of the ...

June 27, 2011 by By Eric Bell  |  0 Comments  |  Read More

There is no question that there are clear guidelines to consider when shopping for a franchise opportunity. There are personal guidelines for you to consider on your end.and there are certain elements you are looking for in the franchisor, ...

May 11, 2011 by By Stephan Baldwin  |  1 Comments  |  Read More

Many people dream of being an entrepreneur. By purchasing a franchise, you often can sell goods and services that have instant name recognition and can obtain training and ongoing support to help you succeed. But be cautious. Like any investment, ...

May 11, 2011 by By Stephan Baldwin  |  0 Comments  |  Read More

When considering the purchase of a franchise it's very important to do some self assessment to see what may be good options and conversely what may not. Three things that often drive the decision of most prospective franchise owners are: Do ...

May 13, 2011 by By Kevin Ghezzi  |  0 Comments  |  Read More

Whoa you say, I’m overwhelmed at the prospect of starting one business, you want me to consider more? Well, that depends… Mainly it depends on you and what you really want from your business. And to a lesser extent where your ...

May 16, 2011 by By Farrah Kennedy  |  0 Comments  |  Read More

There are several things to think about when looking to purchase a franchise, and with so many opportunities to choose from, how do you go about selecting the right one for you? The following considerations can help narrow down your list of ...

May 19, 2011 by By Farrah Kennedy  |  0 Comments  |  Read More

Facebook is important. Twitter is important. LinkedIn is important. It’s also important not to put all of your eggs in one social media basket, which is why you need to identify a few really good ways to use a few different channels. Here are ...

May 20, 2011 by By Eric Bell  |  0 Comments  |  Read More

Financing a franchise can be a difficult prospect, particularly if your aspiration is to open a large-scale franchise operation such as a restaurant or hardware store. The amount needed for a franchise varies greatly (from as little as $1,000 to ...

May 25, 2011 by By Farrah Kennedy  |  0 Comments  |  Read More

Women in America shed the secretary stereo type many decades ago, but despite the leaps and bounds our country has made with respect to equality in the workplace, there is still often a drought of women in top level, CEO positions. The stat often ...

May 26, 2011 by By Eric Bell  |  0 Comments  |  Read More

There is a lot to consider when evaluating franchise concepts to potentially purchase. With thousands of opportunities to choose from, a buyer will generally find themselves searching within a certain industry/sector that is of interest to them ...

May 26, 2011 by By David Gollahon  |  0 Comments  |  Read More

When the average person hears the word franchise, a food franchise is usually the first thing that comes to mind. Nearly every town in America has a few chain restaurants or coffee shops, and they represent one of the most profitable franchise ...

May 27, 2011 by By Eric Bell  |  0 Comments  |  Read More