The Pros and Cons of Buying an Existing Franchise

Send us Fan MailHost: Michelle Rowan, President of Franchise Business ReviewGuest: Paige Robinson Dosch, VP Franchise Resales, Unleashed BrandsThe podcast episode features Michelle Rowan and Paige Robinson Dosch discussing the intricacies of buying and selling franchise businesses. Paige, the VP of Franchise Resales at Unleashed Brands, shares her expertise on the benefits and challenges of acquiring existing franchises versus starting new ones. The conversation highlights the importance of having a clear exit strategy from the beginning, understanding the operational and financial aspects of a franchise, and the value of being part of a supportive franchise network. They also discuss the role of franchisors in maintaining brand integrity and the various factors that influence the decision to buy or sell a franchise, such as lifestyle changes and market opportunities.ResourcesPodcast Episode: Consider an Exit Before Investing in a FranchisePodcast Episode: Understanding the Franchise Disclosure DocumentThe Five Most Important Questions to Ask Before You Buy A FranchiseThe Top 200 Franchises of 2026 based on franchisee satisfaction.Watch: Navigating Franchise Financing with Benetrends FinancialConnect with Us:Visit FranchiseBusinessReview.comFollow us on Instagram, @franchisebusinessreviewSubscribe to our newsletterCheck us out on YouTube, @FranchiseBusinessReviewConnect with us on LinkedIn