FranFinders Franchise Updates

Best Franchise to Invest In – 3 Tips to Help You Decide

2013-05-22T17:08:59+00:00

If you’ve been searching the internet looking for the best franchise to invest in, you probably have been inundated with claims stating, “Our franchise is the best!” Don’t be easily swayed by their flashy web sites, slick social media campaigns and persuasive claims. Here are three practical tips that will help you decide for yourself.

Franchise Expos – How to Maximize your Visit

2013-05-15T19:13:40+00:00

Annually, there are dozens of franchise expos and business opportunity expos being held in convention centers around the country. At these events, there are normally hundreds of franchises and biz-opp companies represented.

Franchise Help – Three Franchise Search Resources

2013-05-08T18:24:21+00:00

Looking for a franchise can be difficult and complex, getting franchise help is easier than you think. There are many resources available to help you with your franchise search; here are a few that may find useful.

Can You Afford To Buy A Franchise

2013-05-01T20:08:54+00:00

The old saying, "If you have to ask the price, then you can't afford it" doesn't necessarily always apply when it comes to deciding whether or not to buy a franchise.

Naturally, while we all have some type of limit to our financial resources, don't let the cost of investing in a franchise drive you away on the first look. In fact, certain types of franchise acquisitions can range from as low as a few thousand dollars, depending upon the industry.

How to Choose a Franchise Accountant

2013-04-24T19:04:36+00:00

A franchise accountant is an important member of your franchise team. In fact, a franchise accountant should be one of the first members of the team, even before the franchise agreement is entered into.

How to Write a Simple Franchise Business Plan

2013-04-17T19:03:51+00:00

Your first question may be: "Why do I even need a franchise business plan?" You may especially be thinking this if you are planning on investing in a highly-recognizable franchise with proven success.

One reason may be that your creditor or financial backer may require one. If they do, then you need to know how to write one that is effective and complete.

What Is the Difference Between a Franchise Opportunity and a Business Opportunity

2013-04-10T19:01:59+00:00

When you invest in a franchise opportunity you pay or have paid for the right to sell a particular franchise's products or offer that particular franchise's services. For this, you get permission to use a particular brand name. And, the more recognizable a brand name is, the more likely consumer response will be.

What Is Franchise Co-Branding?

2013-04-03T19:01:52+00:00

Franchise co-branding is when two companies operate in conjunction with one another. Usually, both share the same building or piece of property, and both company's brands or products are displayed.

An example of this is when a deli sandwich shop opens up in a truck stop, or a fast-food restaurant operates inside a major retail store. Another example is a motel which either shares building space with a restaurant or has a restaurant located either on or immediately adjacent to the premises.

Product Model Franchises VS. Business Model Franchises

2013-03-27T14:48:20+00:00

When you get ready to purchase a new car, you probably will not just pick out the first one you come to, make the financial arrangements, and drive it off the lot. Most likely, you are going to tell the salesman that you want this particular color, leather upholstery instead of cloth, or vice versa, and whether or not you want other options that are available.

How to Choose a Franchise Attorney

2013-03-20T14:47:44+00:00

You have owned and operated a successful business for some time now. Your profit margin is good, your product and services have been well-received, and you are fortunate enough to have good employees. You were even able to open a second location, and it is also doing well.