Veterans make great entrepreneurs because of their leadership skills, hardworking nature, and results-driven mentality. They are 45% more likely to start their own business and make up 9% of all small businesses in the US. Veterans are able to adapt and plan for challenges, and they have a high success rate in their businesses. They […]

Ned brings up some great points about getting into a franchise, especially if you're a veteran. First, take advantage of the resources available to veterans interested in entrepreneurship, such as seminars and workshops offered by the VA. Second, be financially prepared and have a safety net in place to cover operating costs during slow periods. […]

I had the opportunity to interview Mark Avery, founder and CEO of Puddle Pool Services, discussing the unique aspects of franchising in the pool maintenance industry. Mark shares his journey into franchising, the benefits of the franchise model, and how Puddle differentiates itself from competitors. We also spoke about the revenue model, scalability, marketing strategies, […]

Army Veteran Tim Newcomb and I talk about his story, franchising, and getting into business for himself. Tim became a Joe Homebuyer franchisee and after only a year expanded his territory to cover New Hampshire to Boston.

How do you determine the right business opportunity for yourself. I emphasize the importance of considering your experience, personality, work-life balance, and financial capabilities. We also highlight the significance of understanding the industry, company culture, and profitability of the business. We want people to make informed decisions. Working with a broker can be very beneficial. […]

This is a quick overview of what to expect when working with the franchisor from the first call to discovery day. We also discuss how to conduct yourself through the process. Remember the franchise is awarded not just bought. I've seen people get turned down by the franchisor. They may think the person isn't a […]

If you're thinking about franchising as an investment or a career change to become your own boss, you need to know if you are financially prepared. The moment you think of it, and you google anything about franchising, or your phone reads your mind, you'll start getting ads saying you could start a business for […]

Amanda is a spouse of an Army Veteran. Amanda shares her journey from a traditional HR role to becoming an entrepreneur with her own company, Winshire Collaborative. She discusses the challenges and rewards of entrepreneurship, particularly in achieving work-life balance while managing her responsibilities as a mother and business owner. Amanda emphasizes the importance of […]

First, I have to say, if I knew about Franchise Brokers before I invested in a franchise, I would definitely had one help me, and that is why I started the business I’m in now. I believe franchises are a great opportunity for so many reasons. But, you have to find the right one that […]