For those of you looking to buy a franchise, you will want to understand the two main legal documents that pertain to the franchise buying process -- the Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD). Let's first cover the FDD.   The FDD was originally known as the Uniform Franchise Offering Circular (U

Do you desire to be a business owner but not sure how to finance the acquisition of a business or franchise? If so, you are not alone. In this tough economic climate, financing is often the most challenging hurdle to buying a business. BusinessBroker.net currently has partnered with two companies th

This purpose of this article is to point out 3 key steps in researching a franchise before making the decision to buy. As I've said before in older posts, the old adage "measure twice and cut once" certainly applies when you are considering buying a franchise or business. It pays to be very thorough

Seeking Professional Guidance when Buying a Business is a Smart Move Written By:   Mark Trail, Principal Intermediary for Crown Business Solutions Buying a Business is a Big Decision – Be Careful! I routinely read articles offering advice to potential business buyers on things t

  While making money should be at the very top of your list of goals when starting a business or franchise, it should not be the only thing you consider.     You certainly want to thoroughly research all of your options before selecting a particular business or franchise to purchase.

I am reading a great book by Ed Pendarvis entitled - Secrets of Buying The Right Business (for you) Right.  Ed is one of the world's most experienced and well known "Main Street" brokers - he is founder of Sunbelt Business Brokers and his career spans more than 30 years helping buyers and selle

When you are looking to own your own business, there are many choices.   One of these choices is whether to buy a franchise or an independent business.    There is no right or wrong answer here.    It depends on numerous factors -- you will have to evaluate all of these fact

This article was contributed by Renee Walkup | SalesPEAK, Inc. There I was, driving home from a speaking engagement and waiting for the traffic report when a voice came over the radio. that made me shudder. Remember the Seinfeld episode where Kramer has seizures whenever he heard Mary Hart's voice

A business broker is a trained professional who helps people buy and sell businesses. Depending on the state, a business broker may possess a license to broker.  Business brokers will estimate the value of a business, advertise it, and conduct interviews with potential buyers. If you've ev


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