Buying a franchise business is supposed to be the least risk way to start a business. But is owning a franchise guaranteed to make you money? Not necessarily the truth is that some business franchises are extremely hard work especially in the fast food industry.
Most people know about the franchise industry due to the fast food franchises that specialise in providing the same quality of food all over the world. They guarantee the same eating experience irrespective of where in the world you buy a meal.
Think about it, in the food industry, you have to open your business in time for breakfast and stay open until late evening. Most fast food franchise owners can easily work a 12 hour day. They can also forget about weekends off as this is the busiest time for sales! This business would only suit somebody who is prepared to work hard for at least 60 to 70 hours a week!
The people who joined the fast food industry in the early days by buying a franchise opportunity have done remarkably well. Now, in many areas, this market is saturated with many different franchises trying to compete for your food money. They range from sandwich shops, coffee houses, burger...