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cmypitch.com: Fearing redundancy? Franchising could be the solution - http://cmypitch.com

Posted by cmypitch under Franchises
From http://cmypitch.com 4419 days ago
Made Hot by: on December 16, 2008 3:52 pm

In a first guest blog for cmypitch.com, Tom Endean of the British Franchise Association says that for those facing redundancy, franchising opportunities can mean one door opens as another shuts. Visit cmypitch.com to read more. Read More

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Franchise Failure Rates: Myths and Facts

Posted by franpro under Franchises
From http://blogs.openforum.com 4426 days ago
Made Hot by: on December 12, 2008 12:09 am

Franchise consultant Joel Libava, exposes some urban legends concerning franchise failure rates... Read More

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How To NOT Buy A Franchise

Posted by franpro under Franchises
From http://www.smallbiztrends.com 4452 days ago
Made Hot by: on November 13, 2008 8:28 am

Future Franchise Owners! Please don't do this! Read More

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The 5 Top Reasons For Buying A Franchise

Posted by franpro under Franchises
From http://thefranchiseking.typepad.com 4454 days ago
Made Hot by: on November 12, 2008 12:00 am

Lot's of people get into franchises of their own. Here are what I found to be the Top 5 reasons they do... Read More

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Franchise Directories Rated!

Posted by franpro under Franchises
From http://www.smallbiztrends.com 4461 days ago
Made Hot by: on November 4, 2008 8:55 am

Small Business Trend's resident franchise expert rates some popular franchise search sites... Read More

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Buying a Franchise - A Small Business Start Up Primer Guide For Franchise Development Beginners

Posted by franchisorcoach under Franchises
From http://www.evancarmichael.com 4517 days ago
Made Hot by: on September 12, 2008 3:15 pm

Buying a franchise and starting business is a serious undertaking that requires careful planning to assure that one's due diligence is not compromised by emotional short cuts. The journey begins with understanding that you are investing in yourself and maybe a concept to help achieve your goals faster than you can on your own but you need a g Read More

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Predicting franchise success by analyzing SBA loans

Posted by dobbie under Franchises
From http://online.wsj.com 4586 days ago
Made Hot by: on July 3, 2008 4:25 pm

There's no sure way for would-be franchisees to gauge their likely success with a potential franchise. But like bettors at a racetrack, they do have a tip sheet they can use for guidance. It's the Small Business Administration's annual compilation of performance data on thousands of franchisee loans it has guaranteed. Read More

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Franchise Cereal. Was $3.00 A Bowl A Little Much?

Posted by franpro under Franchises
From http://thefranchiseking.typepad.com 4586 days ago
Made Hot by: on July 3, 2008 2:07 pm

Another food franchise that was doomed from the beginning... Read More

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Use a Franchise Attorney When Investing In a Franchise!

Posted by franpro under Franchises
From http://www.evancarmichael.com 4616 days ago
Made Hot by: on June 3, 2008 11:42 pm

Don't use a family friend, who also happens to be an attorney, when investing in a franchise of your own. Here's why.... Read More

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How To Buy A Franchise - Step 1

Posted by kellis under Franchises
From http://www.bison.com 4628 days ago
Made Hot by: on May 23, 2008 2:54 pm

Before you even begin looking at franchises, you need to do a thorough self-evaluation of your own business style, strengths and challenges. So find a quiet place, get out paper and pen, and as objectively as possible answer the following questions. Read More