Archive for the ‘Franchise Talk’ Category

Smooth Lending for Franchisors… Why?

October 19th, 2011 by UFG Corp

In tight economic times we all find ourselves currently in, it seems that you have to have cash for almost anything these days.  For individuals looking at franchising, the environment is different.  It’s a lot easier to obtain financing for a new franchisee versus the independent business owner. Lending is easier for franchise systems because [...]

“Linked-In” to a Franchise

September 29th, 2011 by UFG Corp

During your search for a franchise opportunity, be sure to check out the franchise’s social activity online.  One of the best references available to prospective franchisees is linkedin.  As a source for business information, it can also be a great reference tool during the due diligence process. There are 4 distinct functions I like to [...]

Social Media as a Means for Reference Checking

September 9th, 2011 by UFG Corp

Nowadays, it seems more and more people are turning to social media as a reference check.  Whether hiring a new employee or researching a franchise opportunity, a lot of people are turning to twitter, facebook, and linkedin to make a decision.  How credible is everything on the internet?  Well, to some they seem to think [...]

Freedom by Franchising

September 2nd, 2011 by UFG Corp

This Labor Day, consider the freedom of owning your own business.  A corporate job has its benefits and security, but let’s face it….where does it take you? Making the switch from the corporate world to franchising seems quite scary, however there are so many advantages when you actually sit down and analyze the franchise concept. [...]

Common Threads

August 26th, 2011 by UFG Corp

What do the beginning of a new school year, football season, and opening a new business all have in common? They all need embroidery and branding services.  The EmbroidMe business model capitalizes on an industry where customers and business need customization on a large scale.  Customers come back time and again for reorders and new [...]

What’s in a Name

August 18th, 2011 by UFG Corp

Why do people consistently prefer a brand name over generic or no-names?  The answer is simple. Safety. Safety is one of the fundamental needs, at least according to Maslow and his hierarchy of needs (for those of you who don’t remember, ask your local college freshman).  Right after basic physiological needs of food, water, shelter, [...]

Why Franchise Instead of Going Out on My Own

August 11th, 2011 by UFG Corp

Entrepreneurs are faced with many questions to consider when looking at franchises and business opportunities. One of those questions is whether to buy a franchise instead of starting out on your own. When you buy a franchise, you are buying into a proven business model that has been duplicated by other business owners. These business [...]