Franchising 101 — What No One Tells You Before Buying a Franchise

Thinking about buying a franchise but not sure what you’re really getting into?In this episode, the **Franchise Sisters—Pam Currie and Shari Currie Skjoldager—**walk you through the fundamentals of franchising: what it is, how it works, and what most buyers miss before they invest. You’ll learn what to look for in the Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD), how franchise fees work (royalties, marketing fees, and more), and how franchising compares to starting an independent business.If you’re asking “Is franchising right for me?” this is your must-listen starting point before you sign anything.