Reviewed by Somer Anderson Many people think that buying a franchise is a sure way to become a successful business owner. But like any business decision, there are pros and cons. While the start-up ...

Determining how to finance and fund your entrepreneurial dreams takes patience, due diligence and real work to discover your ...

In this section, you’ll learn how to protect yourself when purchasing a franchise by following critical steps in financial planning, legal preparation, and operational diligence. Protecting yourself ...

Aligning personal goals with franchise brands is crucial to ensure long-term satisfaction and success in the franchise business venture. The initial step is conducting an introspective analysis to ...

NEW YORK -- For many people, buying and operating a franchise is the easiest way to become a small business owner. But choosing a franchise out of the hundreds of possibilities shouldn't be a snap ...

Expertise from Forbes Councils members, operated under license. Opinions expressed are those of the author. Buying a franchise comes with advantages over new business startups, but it is not a ...

Improved conditions for financing, driven largely by lower interest rates, are fueling acquisitions of franchisees.

In franchising, the growth opportunities are endless. You could buy one unit — and then, if you succeed, you could buy a second. Then a third. Then onward into the hundreds or even thousands! The ...

If you’re thinking of going into business for yourself, one option is to buy a franchise in a national or regional chain. Franchises are available for restaurants, hotels, convenience stores, and many ...

Oh, to have invested in Microsoft in 1986 when it went public. I wasn’t born for another 11 years, but if you purchased stock at Microsoft’s initial public offering for $21 a share, it would be worth ...