When considering whether to buy a particular Franchise, the best source of information is Franchisees themselves….and most often, they are delighted to talk to you about their experience with the Franchise.  In my 20+ years in Franchising, I am amazed at the number of times I have spoken to Franchisees who had NEVER spoken to other Franchisees before signing their Agreement.  That’s mind-boggling!  I’m sure you can imagine that many now WISH THEY HAD.  The unhappy ones now realize that they chose a Franchise, and actually put down their life savings (and borrowed …

So, you’re all ready to jump into Franchising.  Is that because your neighbor or second cousin is raving about the success they’re having with their sandwich, hair cutting or automotive Franchise?
Or is your decision based on some article you read that said that Franchising is the best business model ever created, the safest way to control your destiny and perhaps the easiest way to achieve financial independence?  Well, there’s no doubt that making money is high on your priority list.  But still, how can you know if operating under the …