HOW TO BUY A
FRANCHISE

Find the right brand, read the FDD, fund the deal and open your doors,
broken down in modules and taught by industry leaders.

6 STEPS

TO GET FRANCHISE READY

VIDEO LESSONS

FROM INDUSTRY EXPERTS

FREE

ONLINE COURSE

HERE'S WHAT
YOU'LL LEARN

Understanding Franchising: Learn how the franchise business model works, what you’re really buying, and what to expect as a franchise owner.
Franchise Buying Process: Understand the step-by-step journey from exploring your options to signing an agreement and opening your business.
Franchise Search & Selection: Learn how to narrow down your options & find franchise opportunities that fit your goals, lifestyle, experience, and investment range.
Evaluating Franchises: Discover how to compare opportunities and assess their costs, business model, support, growth potential, and overall fit.
Due Diligence: Learn what to investigate before making a commitment, including the FDD, franchisee conversations, financials, and important questions to ask.
How to Finance Your Franchise: Explore common franchise financing options and learn how to determine what you can realistically afford.

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THE ULTIMATE FRANCHISE MASTERCLASS

ABOUT US

BizSold

Since 1998, BizSold, previously known as Business Exchange, has helped connect aspiring entrepreneurs with franchise, business, and commercial real estate opportunities across Canada and the United States.

Through our website, mobile platform, email marketing, print publications, and live events, we work closely with franchise brands, business brokers, industry professionals, and prospective buyers. This gives us a practical view of the questions buyers ask, the challenges they encounter, and the information they need before making a major investment.

We created the How to Buy a Franchise Masterclass to make that knowledge accessible. The course breaks the buying journey into six clear steps, from understanding the franchise model and finding suitable opportunities to reviewing the FDD, conducting due diligence, exploring financing, and preparing to open.

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