Franchising Basics

Franchise consulting is a type of professional assistance that can give you a leg up on starting your business. This type of consulting helps potential entrepreneurs learn about the businesses that interest them and choose which ones are most suited to their needs, availability, budget and talents. Often, consulting can mean the difference between a risky investment and one that is thought out enough to be closer to a sure thing. Often, consultants offer their services free of charge for potential buyers.

Franchise consultants play important roles in bringing potential buyers/investors and franchisors together. They often provide matchmaking services, screening potential buyers and matching them up with business opportunities. They are typically able to offer their services for free because they charge the franchisors for the services they provide to them.

Seek Consulting Help From a Franchise Company

As a potential buyer, there are many ways you can benefit from using a franchise consulting company. You can:

• Get help with examining your strengths and talents
• Learn about the potential for success and failure of different business structures
• Learn how to review and understand the Uniform Franchise Offering Circular (UFOC)
• Learn how to review and understand a franchise agreement
• Learn how to evaluate economic data

At MatchPoint Franchise Consulting Network, we provide consulting services to help you learn about opportunity structures and choose the right business. We can help match you with businesses ranging from cleaning services to restaurants. We can even provide introductions to franchise executives. For example, we can connect you with executives for cleaning franchises, helping you get more information and narrow your choices.