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If you are thinking about getting into franchising, and want to learn all you can,I will be happy to answer general questions on franchising; From how to find the right one, to how to do the proper research, and how to protect yourself from scams. Real franchise advice. From a real seasoned expert.
Experience in the area
Cleveland, Ohio based franchise consultant, expert, and popular franchise industry blogger.I will be happy to answer questions related to the business model of franchising!
What do you like about this subject?
Franchising can be a great way to start your own business, if the right one is chosen.I am energized by helping folks move away from Corporate America...
What do you still hope to achieve/learn in this field?
I would like to make sure that my blogs and websites continue help franchising become be more transparent, so that prospective franchise owners get the information they need to make the right decision for them.
Something interesting about this subject that others may not know:
You do NOT have to make a large investment to be successful.
Something controversial or provocative about this subject
Do NOT get into a franchise business based on your hobbies!
Average Ratings
Recent Reviews from Users
K = Knowledgeability C = Clarity of Response T = Timeliness P = Politeness| User | Date | K | C | T | P | Comments |
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| am | 03/31/09 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | |
| Mark | 10/27/08 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Thank you , that is exactly what I ..... |
| Russell | 06/04/08 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | Thanks for the fast response. |
| Trisha | 07/29/07 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | |
| Eddrena Clark | 06/26/07 | 10 | 10 | 10 | 10 | I can wait...thank you! |
Recent Answers from Joel Libava
2009-11-06 Estimating expenses:
Hi Don, Here is the best way to figure expenses for any franchise opportunity you are looking at; Call the franchisees. Ask a few of them what their typical expenses are. Call different part of the
2009-05-08 new business:
Hi, I guess it just depends on the specif franchise you end up looking at. Industry knowledge is certainly a plus.. Look at the investment and your return on it. Visualize yourself owning this business
2008-10-25 Franchise concept based on a patent:
Hello, This is a question that can only be answered by you. You must be the one to get your idea going, proved that is really works, is really profitable, and can be sold as an entire business system
2008-10-12 Franchise Help:
Hi Nav, I am certainly not a financial expert, so I can't give any advice related to your finances. Here is what I tell everybody who is interested in franchises: They should have a net worth of around
2008-09-08 Franchising: Rules of Thumb:
Hi, The general rule for whether or not to "franchise" one's business is this: Is it a proprietary, duplicable business? The type of business one can franchise varies tremendously. For example a
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