Franchise Articles

Apr 3, 2013

Operation Manuals

A business model is an important part of any company's success. This model is usually written down in the form of an operation manual. Everything of importance about a franchise is listed in these...

Mar 27, 2013

Initial Training: Getting Your Canadian Franchise...

From the very beginning, training is an important part of any franchise business plan. The goal is to teach new business owners how the franchise works to make sure that it conforms to the company's...

Mar 20, 2013

How Advertising Fees Benefit a New or Current...

Advertising fees are an important part of setting up any new business. When it comes to a franchise, the franchiser often handles the main bulk of the advertising and requires each franchisee to pay a...

Mar 13, 2013

Royalties: The Right to Use a Franchiser's...

Royalty fees are an important part of starting up and maintaining a franchise. The franchiser usually collects a set amount of money in order to allow that franchisee to take advantage of the brand...

Mar 6, 2013

Franchise Basics: What are Disclosure Documents?

You've chosen a franchise that you're interested in, but you'd like to find out a few more business specifics about the success of its business model. You've read all the press releases, but how do...

Mar 1, 2013

Franchise Financing for Young Entrepreneurs

Many Franchisors assist with various financing programmes. The chartered banks are often willing to finance franchise businesses to qualified lenders, especially if it is a very established...

Feb 27, 2013

Franchise Business Deposits: Why They're Necessary

Deposits are the reality check of a new franchisee's dream; they can make or break a potentially lucrative franchise deal. That's because each franchiser has different deposit requirements. Some...

Feb 20, 2013

Franchise Business Fees: What Exactly Are You...

If you're interested in purchasing a franchise, you're probably already aware of the type of investment you'll need to make. You may be wondering, however, why franchise fees can be so expensive and...

Feb 13, 2013

What Exactly is a Franchise and How Does it Work?

You're on the lookout to start a business of your own and you've been hearing a lot recently about the popularity of today's franchise industry, but what exactly is a franchise? Do you get to keep...

Feb 6, 2013

Franchisees Can Benefit from a Canada Small...

If you're thinking of investing in a franchise opportunity, you're not alone. More than ever before, today's entrepreneurs are seeking out opportunities to become successful franchisees. In today's...

Jan 29, 2013

Franchisee Motivation: Why Do People Make the...

Becoming a franchisee involves risk and responsibility. The franchisee must invest their money into the business and is largely responsible for their failures and successes. Being the boss is both...

Jan 23, 2013

Top Canadian Franchises of 2013

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Jan 16, 2013

The Marketing Treadmill…you need to exercise...

Over the years I have come to realize that marketing a business is like trying to keep in shape. You need to be consistent, focused and for results, you have to stick with it. Like any exercise...

Dec 6, 2012

Franchise Non-Competition Clauses: Are They Valid?...

A non-competition clause is the name given to a contractual undertaking to not compete with somebody else. Such a clause will often be referred to as, simply, a non-compete. A...

Nov 28, 2012

King of Clean: 5 Franchises That Clean and...

Starting a business based on your passions will help you stay motivated. Many small business owners try to start a cleaning or home organizing company on their own. However, you can build off of the...

Nov 21, 2012

Home Is Where The Heart Is: 5 Franchises for...

You don't have to become a contractor or home inspector just to run your own business. If you love homes and other residential properties, you can find a franchise that allows you to love every day of...

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