When looking to become an entrepreneur, many first-timers consider buying a franchise. And that makes sense. Buying a franchise can be a big hit to your checking account, but it can be reassuring to ...

Buying a franchise can be a great move, but it isn’t a quick win or a passive income stream. Before you write a check, dig into the numbers, talk to real owners, and pressure test your budget and ...

In this section, you’ll learn how to protect yourself when purchasing a franchise by following critical steps in financial planning, legal preparation, and operational diligence. Protecting yourself ...

Aligning personal goals with franchise brands is crucial to ensure long-term satisfaction and success in the franchise business venture. The initial step is conducting an introspective analysis to ...

Expertise from Forbes Councils members, operated under license. Opinions expressed are those of the author. I became a franchisee more than 15 years ago. Before that, I worked for arguably one of the ...

The following excerpt is from Mark Siebert's book The Franchisee Handbook: Everything You Need to Know About Buying a Franchise. Buy it now from Amazon | Barnes & Noble | Apple Books | IndieBound ...

Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Fiona Simpson is an award-winning UK franchisor who covers franchising In the world of franchising that are a wealth of names and ...

I’ve done more than my share of presentations on franchising over the years, some on the state of the sector for industry groups, or for general business organizations on the considerations when ...

Maybe the idea of a new venture appeals to you, and perhaps that includes running a business. And maybe you don’t want to start from scratch, but rather jump into a business that already has a ...

Franchise salespeople are paid to present a franchise opportunity in the best light, so you need to be careful that you are ...

NEW YORK -- For many people, buying and operating a franchise is the easiest way to become a small business owner. But choosing a franchise out of the hundreds of possibilities shouldn't be a snap ...