When the economy takes a downturn, it brings along with it a big opportunity for entrepreneurship. And that is exactly what America is experiencing now. The new worker wants to work from home, have a more flexible schedule and enjoy their home and family lives. So it’s no mystery as to why home-based franchises have experienced a huge leap in the past few years.

Among home-based franchise opportunities lies the possibility to really be a service to your community. Senior care franchises are an excellent opportunity to get involved with helping people while also making a considerable profit. In the coming years, the population of seniors is expected to jump wildly as the baby boomer generation comes into retirement age. Since our society is quite mobile, not all of these people have the opportunity to be cared for by family members. They will, instead, turn to healthcare services in their communities.

Senior care franchises are great because there is a low initial cost to start, a low overhead and flexible hours. Many of them allow the caretaker to visit the seniors in the comfort of their homes, instead of having to travel to a facility. The convenience and comfort they feel in their homes cannot be matched by anything. Most franchises know this and have arranged their business model to reflect this.

You do not have to have experience in the medical field to own and operate a senior care franchise. Many of them are just about running errands, seniors’ pet care and companionship. There are healthcare franchises that facilitate the senior’s basic medical needs if you have experience with that, too. In other words, there is opportunity for you to get involved in whatever aspect of home health care that you like. The start-up cost is low and the franchiser will often consult you on how to get financed and how to expand your business.

If you want more information on these business opportunities, check out FranchiseClique.com. They have the most comprehensive list of franchises on the Internet and they are broken down by industry, initial cost and location. It’s easy to obtain all the information you want and get stated on the path to your new career!

You have decided on the franchise you want to buy.  Dreams of early retirements are beginning to swirl in your mind.  Images of you on a beach, reclining in a hammock, sipping exotic cocktails.  That is the dream!  But it is very important to realize that the path between now and then is going to be challenging.  Launching a successful business is not easy.  The good news, however, is that with a combination of planning, hard work, and dedication, it can be done.  In this article, we are going to discuss 5 key tips for successfully launching…

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Now that the economic downturn seems to have passed by and left business on sturdier ground once more, it is the time for new investments, new ventures, and new opportunities. One way in which to get on board with the current atmosphere of growth is by opening a franchise, and there any many types to choose from. Another big question is of course where to start up, and the emerald isle may be the place to try for some Irish luck.

Ireland has been hit hard in the crisis, and received financial aid from the rest…

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McDonald’s is one of the most popular and successful franchises in the world, with over 32,000 McDonald’s restaurants serving more than 64 million people worldwide in 117 countries.

Some people hate McDonald’s for some reason, but we can’t deny the fact that McDonald’s is influential. A proof: Just have a look at McDonald’s Hamburger University – the company’s global center of excellence for training and leadership development.

McDonald’s Hamburger University is a training facility from which McDonald’s personnel can learn about various aspects of the business: restaurant operations, quality, service, cleanliness and value – to name a few.

The…

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If you are thinking about investing in a franchise, there are many things to take into consideration before diving in head-first. Doing your homework is essential–if you buy into the right one, you may find yourself running a very successful and profitable business. On the other hand, a hasty investment made without proper consultation and research could end up leaving you in a financial hole you can’t climb out of. Here are several things you should consider before making the decision to buy into a franchise.

Franchise Options

There are many different franchises for investors to consider–from…

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As the US economy is going through a sluggish state, an increasingly large number of consumers are defaulting on their multiple credit cards. With a close-to-double-digit unemployment rate, there is too less cash in the hands of most consumers with which they can repay their high interest debts. This makes creditors transfer your accounts to the collection agencies and in return you get harassing calls from the debt collection agents in order to repay the money. When such debt collection agencies are growing in popularity, wouldn’t it be a good idea to start off with…

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Entrepreneur Magazine Features AdviCoach on Prestigious List of 100 ‘Fastest-Growing Franchises’

Southbury, Conn. – “Just imagine what they’ll be able to do now…,” noted Entrepreneur in reference to the companies on the magazine’s list of the “Fastest-Growing Franchises” in North America (February 2011). Stated in reference to the improving economy and credit market, the remark applies to franchises on the prestigious list, which features AdviCoach at No. 68 out of 100. With momentum on its side in 2011, the concept is poised to improve on its record-setting growth performance this past year.

“In an incredibly challenging economic climate we…

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When Tron Jordheim and others at StorageMart started the company’s latest marketing campaign, they looked to their existing customers for inspiration.

The company’s latest campaign slogan, “Save it, Store it, Share it,” came “more an observation of the way people use us already,” said Jordheim, the director of marketing for the self-storage corporation, which operates more than 130 locations in the U.S. and Canada.

The campaign, which started in the past year, tells customers that storage units can be used for more things and in more ways than are normally considered.

“People tend to think of storage as…

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Leading Multiple Brand, Professional Coaching Franchisor Targets Eight United Kingdom Territories for Franchise Expansion

LONDON, England – FranchisEsource Brands International (FSBI) announced today that it is has initiated a strategic global expansion program to significantly increase its international presence. The 300-plus unit multi-brand franchisor, specialising in professional coaching under widely recognised brand names The Entrepreneur’s Source®, AdviCoach®, Expense Reduction Consulting® and Business Partner® Marketing Coach, as well as Decor & You®, is initially targeting the United Kingdom and plans to continue growth outward from there.

“We’re ripe for major international expansion,” said Terry Powell, founder and CEO of FSBI.…

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This is a guest article by Andy Mutt

As more people lose jobs in this economy, more people are considering becoming franchise owners, today. But in order to increase sales, franchisees will need to start thinking out-of-the box and working closely with their franchisors to increase sales.

Here are some activities you should consider to increase revenue:

Direct mail coupon campaigns:

In this economy, everyone considers the price before purchasing any product and the best way to attract customers to your store is to provide them with coupons.

Mobile Marketing:

Mobile marketing is marketing on or with a…

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