From A to Franchisee: The Podcast for Smarter Franchise Buying
Franchise Business Review is the trusted, independent source for franchise research. Join FBR President and COO Michelle Rowan as she demystifies the franchise buying process. From funding to franchisee satisfaction, she covers everything you need to know about buying and running a successful franchise. Michelle’s not going it alone, either. With 20 years in market research, Franchise Business Review has insights from hundreds of thousands of franchise owners to uncover the highest-rated brands.
From A to Franchisee: The Podcast for Smarter Franchise Buying
The Pros and Cons of Buying an Existing Franchise
Host: Michelle Rowan, President of Franchise Business Review
Guest: Paige Robinson Dosch, VP Franchise Resales, Unleashed Brands
The podcast episode features Michelle Rowan and Paige Robinson Dosch discussing the intricacies of buying and selling franchise businesses. Paige, the VP of Franchise Resales at Unleashed Brands, shares her expertise on the benefits and challenges of acquiring existing franchises versus starting new ones. The conversation highlights the importance of having a clear exit strategy from the beginning, understanding the operational and financial aspects of a franchise, and the value of being part of a supportive franchise network. They also discuss the role of franchisors in maintaining brand integrity and the various factors that influence the decision to buy or sell a franchise, such as lifestyle changes and market opportunities.
Resources
- Podcast Episode: Consider an Exit Before Investing in a Franchise
- Podcast Episode: Understanding the Franchise Disclosure Document
- The Five Most Important Questions to Ask Before You Buy A Franchise
- The Top 200 Franchises of 2026 based on franchisee satisfaction.
- Watch: Navigating Franchise Financing with Benetrends Financial
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