Do I Need a Franchise Business Plan?
Wednesday April 30, 2008
The bottom line is... Every business should have a business plan. Therefore, if you are buying a franchise you should prepare a business plan.
One of the main reasons you will ... Read More
6 Common Costs to Open a Franchise
Monday April 28, 2008
There are many costs involved when opening a franchise. Many people ask me "How much does it cost to open a franchise?" I explain to them that it is not ... Read More
Meet Johnnie - Johnnie's Dog House Franchise
Thursday April 24, 2008
"Johnnie" is the brainchild of Todd Chusid, CEO and Founder of Johnnie's Dog House Franchise. Johnnie is a fictitious little boy from the 1940's whose sole purpose in ... Read More
Is McDonald's Recession Proof?
Wednesday April 23, 2008
Industry experts seem to think so. Dennis Lombardi, restaurant industry consultant with WD Partners, tells Nancy Lyons of MarketWatch, McDonald's is as close to recession-proof as you can get.
Dennis ... Read More
Subway Franchise is Going Green
Monday April 21, 2008
The Subway franchise has made a commitment to have its restaurants and operations become more environmentally friendly. The first "eco-store" opened in Kissmmee, Florida five months ago and there are ... Read More
The Franchisor Must Tell All
Monday April 14, 2008
According to the new Franchise Disclosure Document (which all franchisors must follow by July 2008) franchisors must disclose all information to a potential franchisee. This includes any lawsuits or bankruptcies. ... Read More
What is a Franchise Broker?
Thursday April 10, 2008
A franchise broker (also known as a franchise consultant) is an individual who acts as an intermediary between the franchisor and an individual interested in buying a franchise. The service ... Read More
Free Seminars at the International Franchise Expo
Wednesday April 9, 2008
If you plan on attending this weekend's International Franchise Expo, here is a list of free seminars I would suggest you attend.
Friday, April 11th
Earnings Claims - 11:00 AM - 12:00 ... Read More
What Is the Best Franchise to Buy?
Tuesday April 8, 2008
I get this question all the time. The answer is not very simple. The answer to this question is always different depending on who is asking the question. ... Read More
What to Expect at the International Franchise Expo
Thursday April 3, 2008
The International Franchise Expo will be held April 11-13, 2008 at the Walter E. Washington convention Center in Washington, D.C. If you are thinking about buying a franchise I strongly ... Read More
Tips from Fred DeLuca, Subway’s Founder
Tuesday April 1, 2008
Fred DeLuca opened his first submarine sandwich shop in 1965 at the age of 17 with a $1,000 loan from partner and family friend, Dr. Peter Buck. His first sandwich ... Read More