Anyone seriously considering the purchase of a franchise will ultimately have to decide if a “service” franchise or a “retail” franchise is a better fit. It’s an important distinction in terms of both entry requirements and operational realities, and it’s a decision that can determine your ultimate effectiveness as a franchise operator.
First, a basic summary of some typical service franchise opportunities available today, here are just a few: trade and handyman (electricians, plumbers), lawn maintenance, landscape services, childcare, tutoring, education, business coaches accounting, bookkeeping real estate agents, travel agents, commercial, domestic cleaning, automotive-related services, computer-related services, and interior design/decorating.
With this is mind, consider that service franchises generally can offer more economical start up and operating costs and often require much less personnel for daily operation. A service franchise is frequently home-based and allows for – and often requires – a lot of mobility. Of course, there are pros and cons to this business model.
Service franchise advantages… read on.
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Choosing A Service Franchise
May 29, 2009 by Cris | 0 Comments
In Basic Guidelines, Law & Agreements, Franchises, Startup
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