Joel Libava

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How much is too much for a franchise license fee? Joel Libava joins Jim Blasingame to explain why you should weigh all aspects of buying a franchise before overreacting to the initial commitment.
Cost may not be the way to evaluate a franchise purchase. Joel Libava joins Jim Blasingame to explain some of the different deal points to consider when buying a franchise besides just the cost.
Is it time to start a second franchise location/ Joel Libava joins Jim Blasingame to reveal some of the issues that have to be dealt with before you can make the move to add a new outlet to your franchise operation.
Is your organization ready to grow into a new location. Joel Libava joins Jim Blasingame to discuss whether your organization is ready to support the extra effort that will be required when you add a second branch office or store.
Starting a franchise can be a good thing on many levels. Joel Libava joins Jim Blasingame to reveal the many levels of benefits a community gains when someone starts a franchise business.
Starting a franchise is a plus for the entire economy. Joel Libava joins Jim Blasingame to talk about the economic ripple effect that grows a local economy when someone starts a new franchise or other small business.
How should a franchise buyer think about the franchise restrictions? Joel Libava joins Jim Blasingame to talk about the restrictions imposed by franchisers on those who buy a franchise, and why they should be seen as benefits.
What is the funding landscape for franchising? Joel Libava joins Jim Blasingame to report on the continued lack of financing for franchising and to comment on the potential for crowdfunding for a franchise acquisition.
Is the time right for you to buy a franchise? Joel Libava joins Jim Blasingame to talk about whether the next four years could become a great time to buy a franchise, plus making sure your family is involved in the decision.
Don't put your franchise eggs in one bucket. Joel Libava joins Jim Blasingame to encourage you to do the proper research on more than one franchise, so if one fall through, you have the other one to fall back on.