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are franchises a ripoff

by Ms. Shemar Quitzon DVM Published 1 year ago Updated 1 year ago
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Unfortunately, many franchise companies venture into franchising before getting into the business they are in. They are incompetent with flawed systems and many franchisees are getting ripped off by such companies. 2.

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Is franchising a scam?

But, since this guy stated two pretty big things about A. Franchisee equity-or lack thereof, and B. Franchise success rates…well, they must be true. Based on his statements, franchising is a scam. " Joel Libava is the absolute best. Do NOT engage in any franchise until you have consulted with Joel. He will save you tons of money and grief.

Is it possible to fix the franchise industry?

You betcha. All businesses and business models need minor and sometimes even major fixes during their lifetimes. But the way to do it isn’t by slamming the entire franchise industry. It’s not by running websites that are anti-franchising. Sure, there are franchise systems out there that suck…that suck the lives out of people.

Can a successful franchisee sell their franchise?

Franchisees can sell their franchise. For a profit. They would have what’s called “ equity. ” 2. The other royal screw-up has to do with franchise success rates vs. independent business success rates. He mistakenly quoted numbers that the IFA put a letter out to its membership ( years ago) stating not to quote. That’s because they were wrong.

What happens when a franchisee gets sued by a customer?

Think about it: If one franchisee gets sued by a customer who burns themselves on a hot beverage, the franchisor would take a hit, too. The franchisor would then have to raise the costs…maybe even the cost of entry to become a franchisee. Another thing that could happen has to do with why people go into a franchise business in the first place.

What are the two things that need to take place for franchising to continue?

How much did the IFA raise in 2012?

Why do people go into franchises?

Do franchisees conspire?

Is franchising a scam?

Who owns McDonald's?

Who is the franchise king?

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9 The Lord Of The Rings

Tolkien denied them, but it’s hard to ignore the similarities between his masterpiece epic, The Lord of the Rings, and a lesser-known German play called Der Ring des Nibelungen (“The Ring of Nibelung,” also called “The Ring Cycle”) by Richard Wagner.

8 The Lion King

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8 A Fistful Of Dollars

The Man With No Name is one of the most enduring cinematic characters of all time. Variously called Joe, Manco, and Blondie, he appears in Sergio Leone’s Dollars Trilogy, a series of loosely connected spaghetti westerns that launched Clint Eastwood from small-time nobody to stardom.

6 The Shawshank Redemption

If there’s one tale that really stands out in Stephen King’s body of work, it’s Rita Hayworth and Shawshank Redemption, later shortened to The Shawshank Redemption for the acclaimed film adaptation.

5 Eragon

Eragon is the first book in the Inheritance Cycle series by Christopher Paolini. Many readers noted that it had numerous plot points in common with the first Star Wars film, with some Lord of the Rings thrown in for good measure.

4 Avatar

Just as with Eragon and A New Hope, changing a few names and the order of events instantly transforms James Cameron’s Avatar into Disney’s Pocahontas. In Avatar, Jake Sully arrives in the world of Pandora to join a large-scale unobtainium mining operation, much like the colonists in Pocahontas arrive looking for gold.

What are the two things that need to take place for franchising to continue?

For franchising to continue as a viable business model, and as a way for everyday people to go after The American Dream, there are two things that need to take place. 1. Franchisors need to only award franchises to the most highly-qualified people. 2.

How much did the IFA raise in 2012?

According to The Hill, The IFA has grown its political action committee ( PAC ), raising roughly $1.2 million in 2012 and $894,000 in 2014. The group has doled out nearly $432,000 to candidates this election cycle, mostly to Republicans, compared to just $304,000 back in 2010.

Why do people go into franchises?

The reason has to do with control. They want more of it in their lives. A lot of them are used to being controlled by their bosses…their company’s. If they’re going into a franchise to “ be the boss ,” but aren’t really the boss…heck, they wouldn’t even be the employers if the NLRB and the unions have their way, why even do it? It would be like investing in a franchise-but in all actuality, running a company store.

Do franchisees conspire?

Franchisees do not conspire to tell you a bunch of great things about their businesses and great things about their franchisors in order to encourage you to became an owner.

Is franchising a scam?

Franchising Is A Scam Because Of The IFA. By and large, this is why franchising is a scam. Otherwise, the organization wouldn’t be the topic of conversation as often as it is on the website that I’m not naming.

Who owns McDonald's?

A McDonald’s franchisee owns the business.

Who is the franchise king?

I’m The Franchise King ®, Joel Libava. I'm the author of two helpful books on researching and buying a franchise. In addition, I'm a franchise ownership advisor who works 1-on-1 with people interested in buying a franchise, safely. You can get even more helpful tips by subscribing to my free VIP Franchise Newsletter.

What is the FDD for franchises?

One of the most valuable research tools available to prospective franchisees is the Franchise Disclosure Document (also known as the FDD). Every franchisor is required, by law, to provide their prospective franchisees with this document, but they often wait until nearly the last possible minute to do so; if you are deciding between multiple investment opportunities it often makes sense to invest in buying the FDDs for your top franchise choices (or even their competitors), just to be sure you have all the information at hand to make an informed decision. Spending a few hundred up front could save you hundreds of thousands a few months down the road. (See FranchiseHelp.com's guide to understanding the Franchise Disclosure Document for more information.)

How to tell if a franchise is good?

A franchise is only as good as its brand name, which eventually determines the performance and success of other franchisees within the system. Aside from happy franchisees and a strong brand, another indicator of a strong franchise is one that utilizes a broad recruitment process, which at some point replaces the selling process so only the best prospects gain entry into the system.

What is franchisor litigation history?

The franchisor’s litigation history: Litigation is the cruel reality of doing business. Most companies having some type of legal action by or against them, so it is essential for potential franchisees to closely scrutinize these cases, which should be disclosed in the FDD. 6.

Is franchise scam real?

Even after decades of regulations, the dangers of being trapped in a franchise scam are still all too real for many people. While there are established standards and regulations in place, it is still up to the prospective franchisees to conduct the necessary research to protect themselves from fraudulent franchises.

Do franchisees have to do due diligence?

Prospects must do their due diligence before committing their hard-earned money to a franchise opportunity. There are so many systems available for various budgets and there is absolutely no reason to settle for anything less than the very best.

Can you publish what you like without regulation?

With the ease of self-broadcasting and self-publishing, anyone with basic skills and a computer can publish what they like, without any regulation. You need to use your best judgment, do your research, and it never hurts to talk to other franchisees within the system to find out what they think.

Who is Brad Sugars?

Brad Sugars is the Founder, Chairman and President of ActionCOACH, the world’s number one business coaching and executive coaching firm, with more than 1,000 offices in 32 countries. ActionCOACH specializes in coaching small to medium size business as well as executive teams and group coaching. You can follow Brad on Facebook and Twitter.

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AUTHOR: Robert - (U.S.A.)

When George White spoke with me about opening an iSOLDIT location here in Tophams Ga, he assured me this location had been survayed and garenteed success and,in his words, "if something does not work out you can get a refund of all money". So what did I have to loose,,,,right? We the answer is all my money.

AUTHOR: Robert - (U.S.A.)

Ok, here is the deal, I have a similar situation, and where I was lead to believe this was the place to retire. I have worked for the Ford Motor Company for 24 years and had retirement in my sites.

AUTHOR: William - (U.S.A.)

Jimmy, I to had several comverstionns with ISOLDIT franchise owners and sales people. Mr. White was my sales person, he and I have several conversations @ beginning a new franchise in my area. Since that time I have gone back and forth trying to resolve my issues with the lack of support and general unhappines of this franchise.

What are the two things that need to take place for franchising to continue?

For franchising to continue as a viable business model, and as a way for everyday people to go after The American Dream, there are two things that need to take place. 1. Franchisors need to only award franchises to the most highly-qualified people. 2.

How much did the IFA raise in 2012?

According to The Hill, The IFA has grown its political action committee ( PAC ), raising roughly $1.2 million in 2012 and $894,000 in 2014. The group has doled out nearly $432,000 to candidates this election cycle, mostly to Republicans, compared to just $304,000 back in 2010.

Why do people go into franchises?

The reason has to do with control. They want more of it in their lives. A lot of them are used to being controlled by their bosses…their company’s. If they’re going into a franchise to “ be the boss ,” but aren’t really the boss…heck, they wouldn’t even be the employers if the NLRB and the unions have their way, why even do it? It would be like investing in a franchise-but in all actuality, running a company store.

Do franchisees conspire?

Franchisees do not conspire to tell you a bunch of great things about their businesses and great things about their franchisors in order to encourage you to became an owner.

Is franchising a scam?

Franchising Is A Scam Because Of The IFA. By and large, this is why franchising is a scam. Otherwise, the organization wouldn’t be the topic of conversation as often as it is on the website that I’m not naming.

Who owns McDonald's?

A McDonald’s franchisee owns the business.

Who is the franchise king?

I’m The Franchise King ®, Joel Libava. I'm the author of two helpful books on researching and buying a franchise. In addition, I'm a franchise ownership advisor who works 1-on-1 with people interested in buying a franchise, safely. You can get even more helpful tips by subscribing to my free VIP Franchise Newsletter.

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