For many people, the prospect of owning their own business is an exciting one. Investing into a franchise gives one a sense of security, knowing there’s a business model in place and other franchisees have been successful with it. Franchises account for over $1 trillion in U.S. retail sales, and while this number is compelling, potential franchisees need to do their research on the brand they plan on investing in and highlight any warning signs.
Given that you will be putting a large chunk of change into this business, it’s necessary to take a look into the franchise to ensure the corporate team is just as invested in seeing you succeed. Here are the warning signs to look for when considering a franchise:
1.) Legal Trouble
Most large franchises in the U.S. are likely to be sued, and franchising itself is a litigious industry. But the questions you need to ask yourself when researching the brand are: Why were they sued? Did the lawsuit come to a resolution? Is this a recurring lawsuit topic from many different franchisees? Has the franchise made an effort to correct the wrongdoing that got them sued in the first place?
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