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Sara WaskowFranNet Franchise Consultant · serving clients nationwide

Sara joined FranNet in 2012, bringing more than 16 years of consultative and sales experience from both Corporate America and a start-up website and online marketing firm. Since then, she has served on the FranNet Advisory Council, been featured in newspaper and magazine articles, and contributed as an author. She has been a guest on numerous podcasts and radio shows, educating people about entrepreneurial success through franchising, and she now cohosts her own podcast, Unpredicted Entrepreneur, with her colleague Roxanne Rapske. Her award-winning career at FranNet reflects her passion for helping people transition into business ownership. A native Texan and Texas A&M graduate, Sara has lived in the Fort Worth area for over 35 years with her husband, John.
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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 Sara?

Nothing. Working with Sara Waskow 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. Sara Waskow 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 Sara?

It starts with a free consultation to understand your goals, budget, and strengths. From there Sara 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.