The US Small Business Administration (SBA) has reinstated its SBA Franchise Directory after a two-year hiatus. Widely hailed as a valuable resource by stakeholders, the SBA Franchise Directory is a ...
A franchise location, while tied to a national or regional brand, is still a small business. It is up to the franchisee to find the necessary capital to open and operate. When it comes to financing ...
As a result, a variety of laws and regulations have developed around the franchise industry to balance the rights of ...
Effective June 1, 2025, the U.S. Small Business Administration (SBA) will reinstate its Franchise Directory, a critical development for franchise systems and franchisees seeking SBA financing.
The U.S. Small Business Administration extended its deadline for franchisors to submit certificates to add their companies to its directory for lenders. The Franchise Directory was reinstated in April ...
Platinum Bank announced its year-end SBA 7(a) loan volume for the fiscal year ending September 20, 2024: approximately $67.5 million, originating $35.9 million of that in franchise loans. Platinum ...
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Owning a franchise can be a faster path to entrepreneurship, but securing the right financing is essential. From SBA-backed loans to traditional banks and alternative lenders, each route has distinct ...
The cost of buying into a franchise includes various components such as the upfront franchise fee, start-up costs for equipment and premises fit-out, inventory, and ongoing fees. Prospective ...
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