Recent Articles From EvanCarmichael.com http://www.evancarmichael.com/ http://www.evancarmichael.com/Franchises/2737/What-matters-most-to-the-franchisors-about-the-potential-franchisee.html http://www.evancarmichael.com/Franchises/2737/What-matters-most-to-the-franchisors-about-the-potential-franchisee.html Before you step into the 'searching for the perfect franchise' waters, it is good to know what they want to know about you. In this article we reveal the 6 vital questions that every franchise wants to know about you, the typical order of importance and most importantly 'WHY" they want to know. Having this knowledge will better prepare you for your search for your "Best Franchise Solution". http://www.evancarmichael.com/Franchises/2737/Hey-Ive-received-an-FDD-Where-in-the-world-do-I-start-this-thing-is-huge.html http://www.evancarmichael.com/Franchises/2737/Hey-Ive-received-an-FDD-Where-in-the-world-do-I-start-this-thing-is-huge.html You are working your way throughthe franchise process and now you have a franchise company's Franchise Disclosure Document and it is several hundred pages. In this 5th article in our series we explain what the intention of the FDD is as well as what to look for when you receive it. This is a critical document and knowing what and where to look is critical. Read on for a description and guide for reviewing a franchise company FDD. http://www.evancarmichael.com/Franchises/2737/I-want-to-know-more-about-this-franchise-company-than-what-is-on-their-website-so-now-what.html http://www.evancarmichael.com/Franchises/2737/I-want-to-know-more-about-this-franchise-company-than-what-is-on-their-website-so-now-what.html In this article we are going to focus on investigating a franchise that has caught your attention. There is a significant amount of information on most web sites of franchisors these days. If you are serious about pursuing a franchise opportunity it is important that you have enough firsthand knowledge to make a decision based on facts and not emotion. This process will be the focus of this 6th article on our continuing series. http://www.evancarmichael.com/Franchises/2737/Downsize-your-bossis-it-possible.html http://www.evancarmichael.com/Franchises/2737/Downsize-your-bossis-it-possible.html In today's economy many people are tired of working hard for others with little to no control over their lives. 'Hidden' entrepreneurs often come to the surface in difficult times. Their potential has been waiting for an opening and often the state of the economy is that necessary nudge they have been awaiting. This article explores the idea of becoming your own boss through a franchise opportunity. This is the beginning of a series relating to franchise opportunities and how they may fit the bill for you to take charge of your destiny. http://www.evancarmichael.com/Franchises/2737/How-much-can-I-make-if-I-buy-this-franchise.html http://www.evancarmichael.com/Franchises/2737/How-much-can-I-make-if-I-buy-this-franchise.html When considering specific franchise options, one wants to know what the potential earnings would be. While this is a fair question to ask, it is not always available from the franchisor. There are many reasons and the fact is there is a way to get even better information. Enjoy this 4th article in our series and find out how to get a better education than what the franchisors can and will disclose. http://www.evancarmichael.com/Franchises/2737/The-Next-Step.html http://www.evancarmichael.com/Franchises/2737/The-Next-Step.html In the previous articles in this series, we discussed taking control of your destiny by considering franchise opportunities as that path. We then discussed how to tell if you are a good fit for the world of franchising. Now that we have you this far, we will discuss how to undertake the next step of finding the right opportunity for you. http://www.evancarmichael.com/Franchises/2737/I-think-I-want-to-downsize-my-Boss-but-is-franchising-right-for-me.html http://www.evancarmichael.com/Franchises/2737/I-think-I-want-to-downsize-my-Boss-but-is-franchising-right-for-me.html In this second article of the series we consider the question; is franchising is right for you? We are all individuals with strengths and weaknesses. How do you know if franchising fits your strengths? This question must be dealt with openly and honestly before one considers a step into the "franchise zone". Join us as you answer 5 questions that will help you focus on this important question.