Hi there,When should you purchase a franchise?What factors need to be part of your decision?In an article I recently wrote for Franchise Direct, I list 4 great times to consider buying a franchise. Read it here Next, if you're going to buy a franchis...

Hi there,Since it's important for you to stay up on the latest and greatest franchise trends and franchise news, I thought I'd share some of the latest updates in the world of franchising. Here they areOn another note, if you're located in the U.S. y...

(Sponsored)Hi there,I recently came across an exciting opportunity you’ll want to hear about—owning a Rocket Fizz Soda Pop and Candy Shop! This unique franchise brings joy, nostalgia, and a profitable business model to your community, offering childh...

Hi there,There are 23 items in a Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD). First off, by law, every franchisor registered to sell franchises in the U.S. must include them.Secondly, you do need to understand the information provided. Thirdly, you don't nee...

SponsoredHi there,You don't need to own a coffee shop to be known as the place for locals to meetup. There are other options. Like thisPersonally, I always thought it would be cool to own a place where everyone in town visits a lot. You?Have a great...

Hi there!Buying a franchise is a big deal. That's because you may be about to invest a lot of your hard earned money in a business venture that doesn't have a 100% predictable outcome.That's why I created a list of questions to ask yourself before yo...

Hi there,What were some of your favorite books as a kid/teenager?Do you remember the ones that had an impact on you? What were they?(You are welcome to hit reply and tell me)For me, as a teenager, Stephen King's books impacted me the most. He's such...

Hi there,It took me awhile, but I've decided to do it. I've decided to come up with a few inflation busters...some inexpensive, yet extremely useful franchise and small business related products that anyone can afford. especially in these expansive t...

Hi there,This new warning comes courtesy of the Federal Trade Commission (FTC).It's about hidden fees that franchisors charge, not penalizing franchisees who complain to government agencies about their franchisor-and more. The FTC is really putting t...

Hi there!Although I generally don't recommend getting your hands on a Franchise Disclosure Document before you need it, there are a few cases in which it's worth it.For example, if the the folks at franchise headquarters are delaying sending it to yo...