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The franchise agreement is a legally binding document. Know what you are signing, before you sign, with the franchise agreement 101. And take a look at a real sample from Wild Birds Unlimited.
There is no doubt that if you are considering becoming a multi-unit franchisee, there are many things you need to be aware of. Here are a few of the pros and cons of multi-unit ownership
While low-cost franchises provide many of the same advantages their pricier counterparts do, they offer several additional ones including
Jana Frank was born in the northern suburbs of Chicago. Currently, she lives downtown with her partner and owns 2 Mathnasium centers in the west suburbs. She’s a Chicagoan, through and through. With an extensive background in both psychology and education (specifically Math), she started as a math teacher for grades 4-8. She loved teaching but was eventually ready for a change. After a particularly rough day at school, her father mentioned he heard an ad for a math tutoring franchise and encouraged her to check it out.
You never know what the future holds. Kim Crowell knows that firsthand. Kim worked as a software consultant for many years until her health took a dramatic turn in 2016. In 2017, doctors diagnosed her with a rare disease called Portopulmonary Hypertension which involves the liver, lungs, and heart. She walked away from her business...
If you ask Adam Martindale why he loves owning and operating his Cruise Planners travel agency, he’ll gladly rattle off a lengthy list. One of his favorite benefits, however, is that he gets to work from anywhere while traveling the world and growing his business. In this on-demand webinar, FBR’s President and COO, Michelle Rowan, chats with franchisee Adam and Stacie Faulds, Cruise Planners’ Assistant Vice President of Marketing, about what it takes to be a Cruise Planners franchise owner, and how the travel franchise became the nation’s largest home-based franchise in the travel space.
Starting a franchise can be an exciting venture, but figuring out how to fund it can often feel overwhelming. In this webinar, Michelle Rowan, President of Franchise Business Review (FBR), and Jade Maloney, a franchise funding consultant with Benetrends Financial, discuss several key franchise financing options.
In this on-demand webinar, FBR’s President, Michelle Rowan, chats with Melissa Tash, the founder of the Spoiled Rotten Photography franchise, and two successful franchisee families, Lynn and Rernardo Driver and Joey and Sandi Fotheringham. See for yourself how much they love owning and operating their businesses.
Ready to start your next adventure? Discover how you can become part of the booming mobile coffee trend with the Travelin’ Tom’s Coffee Truck Franchise—a brand that’s already transforming communities one cup at a time! Founded by Tony Lamb, the visionary behind the wildly successful Kona Ice, Travelin’ Tom’s offers aspiring entrepreneurs an exciting, turn-key opportunity to own their own business and serve premium coffee with heart.
Joining the Mathnasium franchise provides franchise owners with a simple startup with comprehensive training, support, national marketing campaigns, and a proven business model. The franchise does not require franchisees to have educator experience or math expertise—just a desire to help students and build relationships. Watch the on-demand webinar to learn more.
Jana Frank was born in the northern suburbs of Chicago. Currently, she lives downtown with her partner and owns 2 Mathnasium centers in the west suburbs. She’s a Chicagoan, through and through. With an extensive background in both psychology and education (specifically Math), she started as a math teacher for grades 4-8. She loved teaching but was eventually ready for a change. After a particularly rough day at school, her father mentioned he heard an ad for a math tutoring franchise and encouraged her to check it out.
You never know what the future holds. Kim Crowell knows that firsthand. Kim worked as a software consultant for many years until her health took a dramatic turn in 2016. In 2017, doctors diagnosed her with a rare disease called Portopulmonary Hypertension which involves the liver, lungs, and heart. She walked away from her business...
When Sam Younis graduated from Columbia University with an MFA in theater, he initially planned for a career on the stage or in film. Early in his career, he had performed on Broadway and landed small parts on television shows, including CSI: Miami and Disney’s Wandavision. His success in New York prompted him and his...
Travelin’ Tom’s Coffee Trucks delight crowds of all sizes by serving gourmet lattes, spiced chai, sweet tea, and rich cold brews. The magic of Travelin’ Tom’s Coffee, a fast-growing mobile coffee franchise, is spreading nationwide! But they’re more than a fantastic menu of sweet and tasty beverages. Travelin’ Tom’s allows franchisees to tap into two unstoppable trends—specialty coffee and on-the-go convenience.
Brandon Cook, a proud Wichita Falls native, is no stranger to hard work and leadership. After spending over two decades as a corporate HR director in the manufacturing industry, Brandon recognized a consistent challenge across businesses—staffing. Driven by a passion for solving workforce issues and wanting to make a difference in his community, Brandon made the leap into entrepreneurship by becoming a Spherion Staffing and Recruiting franchise owner.
You may be surprised to learn that starting a business doesn’t have to come with a sky-high price tag. There are many franchise opportunities available for under $100,000, offering aspiring entrepreneurs a more accessible path to business ownership.
If you’re going to buy a franchise, be sure you understand all of the associated franchise costs. Let’s break down the main expenses you’ll encounter upfront and how to determine the amount you’ll need to finance. Much like buying a home, most entrepreneurs make a down payment on their franchise and finance the rest with a loan which they pay back over time.
Starting a franchise can be an exciting venture, but figuring out how to fund it can often feel overwhelming. In this webinar, Michelle Rowan, President of Franchise Business Review (FBR), and Jade Maloney, a franchise funding consultant with Benetrends Financial, discuss several key franchise financing options.
Like any business venture, franchising comes with its share of one-time startup costs, franchising fees, and ongoing expenses. Knowing these numbers can help you determine what you can realistically afford so you can set yourself up for success. Let’s start with the big three franchising costs to consider when exploring franchise opportunities.
When exploring franchise opportunities, securing the right franchise funding is a critical step in your entrepreneurial journey. This article delves into various financing options available to potential franchisees, providing you with the knowledge needed to make informed decisions.
The Franchise Business Review Hall of Fame celebrates the best franchises to own. These franchises have shown long-term dedication to franchisee satisfaction and providing the best franchise opportunities.
The Franchise Business Review List of Rock Star Franchise owners celebrates franchisees that share an incredibly strong work ethic along with a deep passion for their business.
