Franchise & business advising services

Talk with your Franchise Broker

• Your broker will ask questions about your personal, business and financial goals in order to make a good business match.
• Your broker will present 3-5 business models.
• Choose one or two businesses that fit your interest and needs.

Your Franchise Broker will provide you more information about the Franchisor for you to investigate.

• Read the brochure, website and other resource material sent to you.
• Please make notes and keep a list of questions and concerns.

Your Franchise Broker will introduce you to the Franchise representative.

• This is a direct contact with the company
• Your representative will be happy to answer your questions and concerns

Ask to talk to 3-5 Franchisee owners

• Choose a variety to talk to (old, new, …), they are more than happy to talk with you, but be respectful of their time.

Fill out the Franchise Application

Request an FDD – Franchise Disclosure Document

• The FDD is a uniform document consisting of 23 items plus the standard franchise agreement.
• You have a minimum of 14 days to review this document before you can sign a Franchise Agreement. It is filled with a wealth of information about the Franchise.
• It is always good business practice to have a lawyer and/or a CPA review this document with you.
• This is a great time to get your questions answered.

Discovery Day

• Now you get a hands on view of the Franchise; how it operates; how are you trained; what kind of support is available.
• You get to talk with the people behind the scenes.
• Check whether you need to pay for the expenses or whether you will be reimbursed.

Sign the franchise agreement, pay your franchise fee, order your new equipment and set the date of your initial training meeting.

You are now the owner of your OWN business.