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Albert HakimFranNet Franchise Consultant · serving clients nationwide

I'm Albert Hakim, a CMAA (Certified Mergers & Acquisition Advisor) and Franchise Consultant. I help business owners sell their companies, and help buyers find the right match. I bring 30 years of experience as a business owner, and in M&A I've closed many complex deals with a win-win strategy for both sides. I often meet buyers for whom owning a franchise is the best next step, and my hands-on knowledge gives sellers and buyers comfort and confidence. My successful sales come from educating owners on navigating a transaction and helping buyers map out a strategy. The typical search is for a company with cash flow, but a buyer's skillset, needs, and temperament matter just as much.
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Albert Hakim, FranNet franchise consultant

How working with FranNet works

A proven, no-pressure process backed by FranNet's 35+ years, so you evaluate real options against your goals, budget, and lifestyle.

  1. 1

    Consult & assess

    We get clear on your goals, budget, and strengths, before looking at any brands.

  2. 2

    Match & research

    You review vetted franchise options that actually fit, with the numbers explained.

  3. 3

    Introduce & validate

    Meet franchisors, talk to owners, and review disclosures with guidance.

  4. 4

    Decide & sign

    Guidance through evaluation, validation, funding, and the franchise agreement, so you reach a confident signing decision.

Frequently asked questions

How much does it cost to work with Albert?

Nothing. Working with Albert Hakim and FranNet is completely free. Franchise brands pay a fee to FranNet, not you. You get local, expert franchise guidance in your area at no cost, and franchise pricing is federally regulated, so there's never a mark-up for working with a consultant.

Do you help people find franchises in your area?

Yes. Albert Hakim works with aspiring owners across your area, matching local candidates with vetted franchise opportunities that fit their goals, budget, and lifestyle, and knowing which concepts tend to perform in this market.

What's the process for working with Albert?

It starts with a free consultation to understand your goals, budget, and strengths. From there Albert presents vetted franchise options that fit, facilitates introductions and validation with franchisors and existing owners, and supports you through evaluation, funding, and a confident signing decision.

How do I get started?

Book a free, no-obligation consultation using the scheduling link on this page. There's no cost and no pressure. It's simply a conversation about whether franchise ownership in your area is right for you.