What is a Franchise Disclosure Document?
An important step in evaluating any franchise opportunity is a review of the Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD). By the time you receive this document, you’ve probably had a conversation or two with a representative from the brand and just as you begin to develop a picture of your life as…
What Do You Need to Know Before Signing a Franchise Agreement?
So you think you’ve found the perfect franchise opportunity to achieve your personal and financial goals. You’ve done your research, had several conversations with the franchise representative and franchisees, reviewed the FDD, visited the home office and decided this is the opportunity for you. Just as your excitement in making…
Women in Landscaping
With more and more women taking control of their professional lives, the number of women owned businesses, as well as their economic contributions are rising at historic rates. For women, entrepreneurship offers freedom, flexibility and rewards beyond a traditional 9-5. Franchising, with its many advantages, is an ideal way to…
Four Key Advantages of Franchising
Whether you are new to business ownership or you have been in an industry for years, franchising is a smart choice. Joining a proven franchise system increases your chances for success rather than going at it alone. Franchising allows you to invest in business ownership while at the same time…
A Great Business Opportunity That is Often Overlooked
Let’s be honest, when you think about landscape maintenance, “great business opportunity” may not be the first thing that comes to mind. “Isn’t that hot, sweaty and laborious work?”, you might ask. Images of a “Chuck in a truck” type independent landscape business operator may even come to mind. While…
