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GETTING STARTED
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We want to be sure we understand you, your goals and your dreams.
Our first step is to talk together. Then we'll ask you to fill out
our Questionnaire. It's only a few pages, but it will give us more
insight into you and the kind of business that should be the right
one for you.
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We will study
your questionnaire and arrange a conversation, either by phone or
in person. We usually spend at least 1 - 2 hours with you to develop
a blueprint or "model" of the perfect business for you.
Later, you will use this model to evaluate businesses you choose to
learn more about. This model is uniquely yours so we want to make
sure you feel it's correct. When you are satisfied that you have identified
your model correctly, we will be ready to suggest business types that
structurally and strategically meet your model. Best of all, you will
be able to compare each business you look at to your model and will
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When you've
identified some business types that you think match your model,
we'll identify and suggest specific companies you may want to be
introduced to so you can start to learn about them in greater detail.
Over the years,
we've screened 100's of Franchisors and worked with 1000's of people
just like yourself, so we have a pretty good idea of the kinds of
choices that you're probably looking for.
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This
may be the most important step of all. We can't do your research for
you, so it's your job to do the "heavy lifting" and conduct
a complete and thorough investigation of any business that you think
may be right for you. We'll even give you some sample questions and
research guides to help you get started with this all important step.
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ADDITIONAL SERVICES
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When
you are ready to buy, we can help you locate financing sources,
franchise attorneys and other resources you may find helpful
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WE KNOW FRANCHISING
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We
know franchising and we will find the right franchise for you. Here
are a few practial do’s and don’t’s:
Here are a few practical hints to help you select a franchise:
DO:
- Talk to and visit as many franchisees as possible.
- Talk to and visit the franchisor and get to know the history
and experience of the Officers and Managers.
- Consult any and all advisors that you feel can be helpful to
you, including a franchise attorney.
- Ask any and all questions you can. Nothing is too trivial to
ask.
- Take your time, and be very thorough in your investigation.
- Do comparative analysis of other franchises in the same, and
other, businesses.
- Evaluate yourself as compared to other franchisees that you
meet and talk to. You make a difference!
- Make sure you're comfortable with what you have to do.
- Read and understand the sales literature, Uniform Franchise
Offering Circular, etc. Know all the terms of your agreement.
- Give yourself plenty of room to maneuver financially. Plan for
more expense and slower profitability than you think you need.
- Avoid surprises. Be thorough; be conservative; be informed.
- RESEARCH, RESEARCH, RESEARCH. The more you know, the
better your decision is likely to be. Remember, only you can determine
if any franchise is the right one for you.
DON'T:
- Hurry. Short-cutting your research can increase your likelihood
of failure.
- Over-extend, or be optimistic about your personal finances.
Be realistic, and if anything, conservative.
- Skip consulting professionals. Saving on fees may deprive you
of information critical to making a good decision.
- Settle. Get the business that you want, not the first one that
comes along.
- Take anyone's word. Find out for yourself. It's your money,
your risk and your opportunity. You know best what you need, so
investigate first hand.
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STOP DEBATING
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The
time to find your franchise is now! Stop debating about your
future and make it become reality today. Fill out the information
below to begin your first steps into a more rewarding way
of life.
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