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What is the purpose of this blog?

This blog analyzes and explores various facets of the franchising industry.  The writers typically approach an issue from the franchisee’s perspective (the individual buyer of a franchise).  The writers critique franchises we find interesting.

Who is the founder of this site?

Ryan Knoll

Who are the writers on this blog and what are their backgrounds?

see the authors page for bios

Why are you doing this?

The contributors enjoy entrepreneurship and believe franchising is a very compelling business model. However, it is increasingly difficult to evaluate and wade through the volumes of information. We hope to give a framework and perspective that will help would-be franchisees effectively evaluate opportunities.

Do franchisors pay your site to promote their franchise?

No. A company cannot pay to have a positive review on FranchisePundit.com. Readers rely on this site for unbiased commentary and education, and that precludes us from accepting payment for positive reviews.

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  • De-Identify February 1, 2012
    Just wondering if you guys think its a smart idea for a franchisee to de-identify his store? Also.. Franchises normally have a list of items that need to be changed to the color of the walls to the lights that hang.. How would you go about doing this.... […]
  • Re: franchise directory January 8, 2012
    Remember if  you approach a franchisor and that franchisor uses brokers you should be able to reduce your franchise fee by the price of the commision they would pay to a broker.    You have bargaining power before you sign the FA not after!!!!Moreover... […]
  • Re: Kona Ice franchise - what are your thoughts? January 8, 2012
    Quote from: TheTruth on December 30, 2011, 04:51:49 PMJust so you know "thetruth" I am part time employed by one of the Kona Ice owners but in a different company.  I rarely if ever get to speak to the owner operator of Kona but I saw ... […]
  • Re: Kona Ice franchise - what are your thoughts? January 5, 2012
    Quote from: TheTruth on December 30, 2011, 04:51:49 PMJust so you know "thetruth" I am part time employed by one of the Kona Ice owners but in a different company.  I rarely if ever get to speak to the owner operator of Kona but I saw ... […]
  • Re: franchise directory January 4, 2012
    It's a good idea to speak with a franchise broker as well. Their services are free and they can help you narrow down your search for a new franchise. Here is an example of a potential franchise broker who could help you in buying process- == Franch... […]

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