Starting any new business – independent or franchise – takes a lot of hard work and elbow grease. But one of the prime benefits of owning fast food franchises in comparison to independent restaurants is the brand recognition you’ll be tapping into. One of the major obstacles for independent businesses is defining the brand and establishing brand awareness in the market. This is a big challenge for independent business owners. When you’re buying into a franchise, you have the stability of a brand that customers will already know and trust.
Fast food franchises are a great way to be able to work on your own terms, while still having the support of a larger network. You’ll have key players from the franchise brand behind you every step of the way – from learning all the ropes before you even sign a contract, to selecting which location to build the new store, to getting set up according to the franchise’s systems, to ongoing support. This is a key benefit in comparison to an independent business, which is more or less on its own in terms of corporate stability.
Disclaimer: This information is not intended as an offer to sell, or the solicitation of an offer to buy, a franchise. It is for information purposes only. Currently, the following states regulate the offer and sale of franchises: California, Hawaii, Illinois, Indiana, Maryland, Michigan, Minnesota, New York, North Dakota, Oregon, Rhode Island, South Dakota, Virginia, Washington, and Wisconsin. If you are a resident of or want to locate a franchise in one of these states, we will not offer you a franchise unless and until we have complied with applicable pre-sale registration and disclosure requirements in your state. Franchise offerings are made by Franchise Disclosure Document only.