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Opening a Franchise: A 3-Step To-Do List
By Joel Libava February 05, 2020
In response to inquiries about the typical time frame for purchasing and launching a franchise, I generally advise my clients that it takes around three to four months. This is because finding an appropriate franchise involves several crucial considerations:
Budgetary Compatibility
Skill Alignment
Profit Potential Assessment
Geographical Avlability
In addition to these initial steps in choosing the right franchise, there are further processes you must undergo before your business can officially open its doors. Let's explore three essential steps that help expedite this process:
If your chosen franchise requires a physical space, securing the ideal location could ext beyond what you initially anticipate. Thankfully, more franchisors now have specialized real estate departments that streamline this process by handling everything from site selection to lease negotiations.
When researching franchises, it's imperative to inquire about these dedicated real estate services with your franchise development representative. This step can potentially save months of effort and frustration.
A critical point to is to pay the market rate for a suitable location. Real estate conditions in your area significantly influence property pricesdo not let concerns over cost deter you from securing the best spot unless it impacts your financial feasibility.
In order to legally operate your franchise business, you must secure necessary permits and licenses. Your franchisor will likely provide a comprehensive list of documents needed before launching. Simultaneously, consulting with an accountant familiar with franchise tax obligations is essential.
This process should encompass setting up accounting procedures, understanding sales and expense tracking requirements, and potentially establishing systems for bookkeeping compliance. Expect to dedicate several weeks or months to these tasks.
One of the significant advantages of franchising is its comprehensive trning programs that cover all aspects of running your business successfully. This includes:
Operational best practices
Utilization of franchise technology
Effective marketing and advertising strategies
Hiring and employee management techniques
Bookkeeping essentials
The integration of online trning components, often provided by your franchisor, can help you get a head start before atting formal trning sessions at headquarters. This ensures you'll have a robust understanding of how to run your business.
When it comes to the final stages before opening, unexpected issues may arise, which were not anticipated in this guide. They are typically specific and may vary from situation to situation.
However, whenever these occur, that most franchisors provide resources and support tlored to common challenges faced by franchisees. By contacting headquarters first, you can leverage collective wisdom from other franchise owners who have experienced similar situations.
By following these three stepslocation selection, regulatory compliance, and trningyou'll be well on your way to a smooth transition into owning and operating a thriving franchise business. If you're considering taking the leap into franchising, turn to The Franchise King?, Joel Libava for personalized guidance.
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