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 ...

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 ...

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 ...

I'm a franchise consultant, and all the most successful entrepreneurs I've ever worked with understood that a business is ultimately just a Money Machine. Looking for the right supplier to help your ...

Improved conditions for financing, driven largely by lower interest rates, are fueling acquisitions of franchisees.

Franchise salespeople are paid to present a franchise opportunity in the best light, so you need to be careful that you are not the victim of a particularly skillful salesperson. Choose the franchise ...

In a couple of our latest SCORE workshops, I had the opportunity to visit with a pair of CEOs that will be opening their new business very soon. They chose to select a franchise type business. Some of ...

Franchises are a great option for anyone who wants to have a combination of freedom and support, as this business model lets you work for yourself while enjoying the branding and experience of a ...

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 ...

CHICAGO -- Kathy McAvoy-Rogalski keeps her year-old business operating on a short leash, and that's a good thing. Operating a Fetch Pet Care franchise with her husband, James, out of their home has ...