“A recession is a significant, widespread, and prolonged downturn in economic activity.” (Investopedia) While the United States government has adopted fiscal and monetary policies to prevent another...
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Gym Franchises in Canada [Trends and Facts]
The health and fitness market in Canada continues to grow as there’s an increasing awareness of the importance of maintaining a healthy lifestyle. According to Statista, the market’s “total revenue...
The Pros and Cons to Buying a Franchise Resale
A franchise resale refers to the purchase and transfer of an existing franchise location, one that’s already been established and operational for some time. In this situation, a buyer purchases the...
Product Distribution Franchise – Everything You Need to Know
Despite various economic uncertainties, it’s projected that the franchise industry will continue growing in 2024 with franchise establishments increasing by 1.9% (almost 15,000 units) and total...
Franchise Bookkeeping – Everything You Need to Know
“Bookkeeping is the practice of organizing, classifying and maintaining a business’s financial records. It involves recording transactions and storing financial documentation to manage the overall...
The General Security Agreement – Everything You Need to Know
A General Security Agreement (GSA) is a legal document that grants the lender a security interest in the borrower's personal property or assets as collateral for a loan. Collateral could include...
How to Get in Contact With a Franchise Owner – A Step-by-Step Guide
If you’re thinking about buying a particular franchise, you should consider speaking with current franchise owners in the same space. A few reasons why you would want to contact a franchise owner...
Are Non-Food Franchises Good Opportunities?
When people think of a franchised business, they likely think of a fast food chain like McDonalds or Burger King. After all, Americans spend $160 billion per year on fast food, which puts them in...
Why Is Branding An Important Part of a Successful Franchise?
“Your brand is the single most important investment you can make in your business.” Steve Forbes If you’re looking to become a franchise owner, finding a franchise with a solid brand is...
Cleaning Franchises in Canada [Trends and Facts]
A cleaning business provides cleaning services in exchange for payment to various types of customers. Services provided include cleaning of offices, homes, shops, schools, equipment, and more. Types...