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Rest in Peace Little Caesar: Mike Ilitch

By How to Buy a Franchise / 02/20/2017

Mike Ilitch showed us all how a little bit of money and an idea – in spite of education and…

Part III: Taking the Fear Out of Franchising

By How to Buy a Franchise / 09/06/2016

A franchisor says to a prospective franchisee, “In return for your upfront franchise fee, your commitment to follow our business…

Item 20: A Goldmine in the Franchise Disclosure Document

By How to Buy a Franchise / 06/07/2016

One of the great benefits of buying a franchise in America is that federal law requires franchisors to give every…

Just in Time for Memorial Day, Here’s an Update About Vetfran, Which Helps Military Veterans and Their Families Find Employment and Business Ownership in Franchising.

By How to Buy a Franchise / 05/27/2016

The Veterans Transition Franchise Initiative (VetFran) has helped more than 6,500 veterans become franchise owners since 2011, and more than 230,000 veterans…

“Is Franchising Successful?” You’re Asking the Wrong Question!

By How to Buy a Franchise / 05/23/2016

Any time you ask for information about franchising in general, you’re asking the wrong question. Instead, ask for specific information.…

Service Franchises Cost Less, but Are They Best for You?

By How to Buy a Franchise / 05/20/2016

In a previous article, I discussed the pros and cons of buying a retail franchise business. In this article, I’ll discuss the…

Retail vs. Service: Which Franchise Opportunity Suits You?

By How to Buy a Franchise / 05/16/2016

If you’re like most people who want to buy a franchise, you’ll be surprised to read that more than 75 primary…

Yes, Franchisors Will Negotiate When You Buy a Franchise

By How to Buy a Franchise / 05/09/2016

A common misconception about buying a franchise is that franchisors will not negotiate with prospective franchisees. But the truth is,…

Must Attend Discovery Days Before You Buy a Franchise

By How to Buy a Franchise / 04/28/2016

When you’re looking to buy a franchise, expect franchisors to invite you to their Discovery Days, and don’t be afraid…

Your Perfect Franchise Opportunity May Be Right Under Your Radar!

By How to Buy a Franchise / 04/15/2016

Sometimes the perfect franchise opportunity for you to buy isn’t the most obvious franchise, the most popular franchise, or the…