The U.S. business outlook for 2012 may remain cloudy, but franchise-acquisition consultant and author Joel Libava claims there are five good reasons to consider opening a franchise in the coming year. One reason is that signs indicate there will be more credit available as uncertainty regarding tax reform and other major policy issues are resolved in the election year. Another reason is that more commercial space is becoming available and at better rates, which will significantly lower start-up costs. Add this to a market where there is plenty of talent for hire and Libava and others say it is a recipe for success. For more on this continue reading the following article from TheStreet.
Even with predictions the economy in 2012 is expected to be as fickle as 2011’s, many companies are still setting their sights on growth, so why shouldn’t you?
One of the easiest and more predictable ways to do that is to look for those companies aiming to grow and buy a franchise.
Franchising means you run a business of your own, but with a proven method of success as well as support and marketing assistance from the franchisor. Read full article here.