Make Sure a Consultant Listens To Your Goals

If you are considering using a Franchise Consultant to assist you in finding the right franchise, make sure they have your best interest in mind. If they try and push you into making a quick decision, or they try and steer you towards a franchise that you have no interest in, you should be […]

SBA Offers Great Loan For Military Personnel

Have you heard about the latest loan offered by the Small Business Association? It’s called the Patriot Express Loan. This loan is tailored to assist military personnel in acquiring an SBA loan to start a new business. The activations and extensions have had quite an impact on entrepreneurs in the military. […]

Franchise Businesses Critical To Nation’s Economy

When you decide to purchase a franchise, not only do you become your own boss and take control of your destiny, you are also contributing to our nation’s economy. According to a study done by the International Franchise Association Educational Foundation in 2001, franchised businesses are responsible for providing over 9 million jobs nationwide, […]

Get A Few Documents in Order Before Seeking Financing

Financing a new business can be a pretty stressful experience, but there are a few things you can do to make it smoother. Prior to meeting with a lender you should put together a personal financial statement and a copy of your last 2 years tax returns. Since these items are required to […]

Franchising Is the Smartest Way To Start Your Own Business

Years ago when I was first considering owning my own business I asked myself why would I buy a franchise? I would have to pay a franchise fee, on-going royalties, and I would have to conform to the franchisor’s way of doing things.
As I started digging deeper into my research I quickly […]