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Loan Expectations for First-Time Franchisees
The loan process can be daunting, especially for a first-time franchisee. Increase your readiness for the process by reading this post.
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7 Questions to Ask Before Financing Your Franchise
Before going to a bank or other lender for franchise financing, prepare yourself by answering these seven questions first.
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Franchises Failures Do Happen – Usually for These 8 Reasons
No business is free from risk, but knowing where weak spots appear most often will help reduce the likelihood of failure.
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Resilience: A Key Trait for Your First Year as a Franchisee
Surviving the first 12 months of a business is a major achievement. These notes will help you prepare yourself so you'll be ready to celebrate at the end of your first year.
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Managing Franchisor-Franchisee Friction
It might not be possible to eliminate all potential disagreements, but having a solid line of communication between the franchisor and the franchisee with properly set expectations can help.
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What a Good Accountant Can Do for a Franchisee
A good franchise accountant can help you successfully manage the unique bookkeeping needs present in franchising.
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What’s the Big Deal About Net Worth When Buying a Franchise?
When researching franchises, you'll come across a number of financial requirements. For many franchises, one is net worth. This is how net worth is used within the franchise buying process.
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Opening A Franchise: A 3-Step To-Do List
Beyond the research phase, these three steps will have the most impact on how much time it will take to open your franchise.
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Young Entrepreneurs Make Good Franchisees
Younger entrepreneurs can be just as successful as franchisees as their older counterparts. Here's why.
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3 Crucial Things to Do When You Visit Franchise Headquarters
When buying a franchise, you'll likely be invited to make a trip to the headquarters of the franchise you're interested in. What should you do on this visit? The Franchise King gives you a few pointers.