Franchise Insights and Tips

Paul Schlanger, Franchise Consultant

How Much Money Do You Need to Invest in a Franchise in 2025?

Discover the real costs of buying a franchise in 2025, including cash requirements, financing options, SBA loans, and how to choose the best franchise for your budget.

Why 90% of the Best Franchises to Buy Lists Are Wrong

Learn why most “best franchises to buy” lists miss the mark and see what to look for instead when picking a franchise. Get expert tips on choosing the right business for your goals and market.

How to Buy a Franchise: Step-by-Step Guide

Step-by-Step Guide: Learn how to buy a franchise with expert tips from franchise consultant Paul Schlanger. This easy step-by-step guide explains the franchise buying process for beginners.

Startup Franchise vs. Buying an Existing Business

Should you buy a startup franchise or purchase an existing independent business. the truth: most people who hunt for an existing business never find one where the return truly justifies the asking price.

Why 95% of Franchises Succeed Today

95 out of every 100 franchises are successful. That's not a typo: we're talking about a 95% success rate that's been consistently documented across the franchise industry.

Franchise Consultant Paul Schlanger. Your guide to Franchise Success

As Franchise Consultant Paul Schlanger, I've dedicated my career to helping aspiring entrepreneurs navigate the complex world of franchising and find the best franchises to buy for their unique situations.