Franchising has proven to be a resilient industry that continues to grow even amidst economic uncertainty. The International Franchise Association (IFA) forecasted that franchise establishments will...
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10 Steps to Take To Make Money in a Recession
While the economy is bound to have highs and lows, there are times when an economic downturn will turn into a recession, which is “a significant, widespread, and prolonged downturn in economic...
Buying a Daycare Franchise – Is It a Good Investment?
“The U.S. child care market size was estimated at USD 61.70 billion in 2023 and is expected to grow at a CAGR of 5.86% from 2024 to 2030” (Grand View Research). The child care industry has proven to...
Recession-Proof Business – What Do You Need to Know?
“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...
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...