Articles of interest for franchisees.
Despite a push for fully-electric and hybrid vehicles, gasoline use remains high. Especially when you have to shell out an average of $66,000 for an EV. Ouch. Savvy entrepreneurs like yourself understand this. And are entertaining the thought of buying a gas station. The only question is, independent or franchise? By the end, we hope … Read more
Buying an ATM Money provided by an ATM machine makes a special sound. Especially for business owners that operate them. It’s the noise of passive income. Franchise opportunities aren’t limited to brick and mortar businesses. And with low startup costs, these machines are popular. Come along as we outline how to turn your initial investment … Read more
How to Find a Franchise Lawyer – What Do They Do? Shopping for a franchise lawyer can actually be an enjoyable experience when you realize one fact. As a future franchisee, you’re in the driver’s seat. General counsel works for you. Not the other way around. Feels good to be the boss, doesn’t it? Before … Read more
Before investing in or starting automotive franchises, education is key. It’s also important to understand the local market and competition. And potential legal issues related to opening this franchise. Our goal is to address your potential questions and provide simple answers. What Are Car and Automotive Franchises and How Do They Work? Franchise opportunities abound … Read more
What Are General Releases? When entering into a business relationship, it is important to consider the use of general (sometimes called legal) releases. A general release is a legally binding document in which one party (the releasor) agrees to waive their right to pursue further legal action against another party (the releasee), even if the … Read more
What Is the Role of a Franchisee? The learning curve for a franchisee is much lower than a startup founder. Benefits abound. Just look at any McDonald’s franchise for confirmation of this fact. But before you put an initial down payment on a particular business model, review this convenient roadmap. It will help guide you … Read more
“I’m sorry, I don’t speak legalese. Only English,” stated the perplexed entrepreneur. Prospective franchisees can sometimes be intimidated by a certain legal document. The “terrifying” uniform franchise disclosure document. But before entering into any business relationship using your John Hancock, there’s a diligence process to follow. We’ll outline this method here. Let’s start you down … Read more
When you buy a franchise, you are buying the right to use a company’s name and its business model. In return for this license, you agree to pay the franchisor a fee. This is called a franchise fee, and it is one of the main sources of revenue for the franchisor. They can range from … Read more
When it comes to starting your own business, many people think that the only option is to go it alone. However, this isn’t always the case. There are many franchise opportunities for those who are looking to be their own boss without all of the risk. Franchise owners can cut through much of the stressful … Read more
Excitement runs high when operating your very first franchise. But as time goes on, hiccups may dim the light you initially felt. This is normal and shouldn’t lead to frustration. Knowing some hidden tidbits your franchisor may have missed during early talks can help. By the end of your reading expect your light to once … Read more
