Brands are not shown publicly. Before Brian can present franchise opportunities, candidates must complete three steps: sign the NDA, complete the Franchise Fit Assessment, and submit funding pre-qualification. This protects you from being shown brands that don't fit your financial profile.
The Process
9 steps to buying a franchise
Self-Assessment
Before evaluating any franchise, evaluate yourself. What are your skills, goals, lifestyle preferences, and investment capacity? A franchise that works for someone else may not work for you.
Research Industries & Models
Franchises span hundreds of industries — home services, healthcare, food, fitness, education, B2B, and more. Identify the sectors that align with your background and interests.
Work With a Franchise Consultant
An independent franchise consultant (like Brian) can match you with opportunities that fit your profile, help you avoid poor fits, and guide you through the process at no cost to you.
Request the FDD
The Franchise Disclosure Document is a legally required document that reveals everything about the franchise — financials, litigation history, franchisee turnover, and more. Read it carefully.
Validate With Existing Franchisees
Talk to current and former franchisees. Ask about support, training, profitability, and what they would do differently. This is the most valuable research you can do.
Secure Financing
Understand your funding options: SBA loans, ROBS (Rollover for Business Startups), portfolio loans, and franchisor financing programs. Get pre-qualified before you commit.
Hire a Franchise Attorney
Never sign a franchise agreement without independent legal review. A franchise attorney will identify unfavorable terms, negotiate on your behalf, and protect your interests.
Attend Discovery Day
Most franchisors invite serious candidates to visit headquarters. This is your chance to meet the team, see the operation, and make a final assessment before signing.
Sign & Launch
Once you've completed due diligence and are confident in your decision, sign the agreement, secure your territory, and begin the onboarding process.
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Due Diligence Checklist
Before you sign — confirm all of these
Continue Your Research
Understand the FDD before you sign anything
The Franchise Disclosure Document is the most important document in the buying process. Read our plain-English breakdown of all 23 items before your next conversation with a franchisor.
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General Disclaimer: Information provided by Brian Braggs and on this website is for educational and informational purposes and is not legal, tax, accounting, investment, or financial advice. Franchise ownership involves business and financial risk, and individual results vary. No revenue, earnings, profitability, financing, or business-success outcome is promised or guaranteed. Prospective franchisees should review the applicable current Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD), conduct independent due diligence, speak with current and former franchisees where applicable, and consult qualified legal, accounting, tax, and financial professionals before making an investment decision.
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Financial Performance Notice (FTC 16 CFR Part 436): Any financial figures referenced on this page — including revenue, growth rates, or performance data — reflect Brian Braggs’ personal historical experience operating his own Right at Home franchise in Peoria, Illinois, and are presented solely as factual biographical context. They are not a guarantee, projection, or forecast of what any prospective franchisee will achieve. Individual results will vary based on location, market conditions, franchisee effort, capital invested, and many other factors. Franchising is not a guarantee of success. You should review Item 19 of the applicable FDD and speak with existing and former franchisees before making any investment decision.
Independent Franchise Consultant & Compensation Disclosure: Brian Braggs is an independent franchise consultant and is not an employee or agent of any individual franchise brand unless expressly stated. Brian may receive referral or consulting compensation from franchisors or related parties when a candidate enters into a franchise relationship. Compensation arrangements may vary by franchisor. Franchise opportunities are evaluated based on factors including candidate goals, qualifications, financial considerations, market availability, business-model preferences, and due diligence. Prospective franchisees should independently evaluate each opportunity and review the applicable Franchise Disclosure Document before making an investment decision.
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