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5 Replies Last post: Jun 9, 2009 11:44 AM by jim531

Financing for opening up a franchise

Jun 7, 2009 8:05 PM

Click to view foosballpele's profile Start-up foosballpele 1 posts since
Jun 7, 2009
I want to open up a franchise restraunt, but i need to put together funds to do it. What is the best thing to do? Who qualifies for loans?
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Click to view LUCKIEST's profile SCORE LUCKIEST 7,935 posts since
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1. Re: Financing for opening up a franchise Jun 7, 2009 8:14 PM
Financing for a franchise, Welcome

Start by going to Members page and sharing some info.

Have you developed a Business Plan YET??
Click to view RanksIntl's profile Mogul RanksIntl 93 posts since
May 28, 2009
2. Re: Financing for opening up a franchise Jun 7, 2009 8:26 PM
Hello!

It sounds like it could be a really good idea! Where would the first ones be located?

So, to start a business whethet it is self financing or you want to approach lenders the first step is the business plan. Business plans provide a guide to and a foundation for your entire business as well as provide key financial detail and market research to potential lenders. Without a plan it will be difficult to obtain financing.

They will also look at things like experience and your credit score. Depending on the individual you may have to research alternate lenders or investors.

That being said, what are your plans so far and have you taken any of these steps?

I would like to hear more about your business as well as provide you with any assistance I can!

Renee
Renee.rankine@ranksintl.com
Click to view robertson240's profile Professional robertson240 5 posts since
Feb 17, 2009
3. Re: Financing for opening up a franchise Jun 8, 2009 9:34 AM
I would recommend that you start with incorporating, getting a DNB account and building up a strong business credit score. Then you can obtain some financing to help with the Franchise. How much are you looking for?
Click to view phanio's profile Mogul phanio 483 posts since
Apr 7, 2009
4. Re: Financing for opening up a franchise Jun 8, 2009 3:06 PM
Have you looked into SBA loans - SBA loans love franchises as you are really not in business by yourself. Call your local banks and see who offers SBA loans - get their package and start working on it. They do require good credit and some experience if you have it.

There are other methods - the franchisor may offer financing - call them - if they don't directly, they may have a list of lenders they work with.

Or, there are other ways to get unsecured funds from non-bank business or personal loan companies - usually up to $125K.

If you need less than $50K - there are other non-bank or non-profit lenders that could help you.

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Click to view jim531's profile Authority jim531 12 posts since
Mar 18, 2009
5. Re: Financing for opening up a franchise Jun 9, 2009 11:44 AM
Please send me an email. jimsteele531@aol.com