Joel Libava

Can a franchise start-up get financing today?

Can a franchise start-up get financing today? Joel Libava joins Jim Blasingame to discuss financing franchise start-ups, including why an independent community bank is more likely to make a start-up loan than a large bank.

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How do we get more women to consider franchise ownership? Joel Libava joins Jim Blasingame to reveal an upcoming promotion and contest for women who are interested in franchise ownership.
Women business ownership is leading the sector, except in franchising. Joel Libava joins Jim Blasingame to discuss why women do a better job of acquiring a franchise than men, but are less likely to acquire a franchise than men.
What is the most important thing to do when buying a franchise? Joel Libava joins Jim Blasingame to discuss why the best information of franchising due diligence comes from other franchisees.
What will it take to make capital available for new franchise owners? Joel Libava joins Jim Blasingame to discuss some of the issues around funding the purchase and start-up of a new franchise, including for veterans.
Are you cut out to be a franchisee? Joel Libava joins Jim Blasingame to explain why every person thinking about buying a franchise must determine if they are capable of operating in a franchise environment.