Franchise,
Start Up or
Established Business
Investing In A Start Up
45-55% Success Rate
Full Creative Control
Flexible Cost Structure
Ability To Innovate Freely
Develop Own Systems
High Risk
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5 Year Success Rate
Buying An Existing Business
80-85% Success Rate
Immediate Cash flow
Existing Customer Base
Established Financial History
Higher Upfront Costs
Need Time To Learn Systems
Unknown Staff
Moderate Risk
Buying A New Franchise
85-90% Success Rate
Proven Business Model
Brand Recognition
Ongoing Innovation
Community & Network
National Marketing
Extensive Training
Ongoing Support
Easier Financing
Low Risk
Ownership Comparisons
Unlimited
Depends on
Bus. Model
Strong
Investing In A Start Up
Buying A New Franchise
Buying An Existing Business
Must Attract
New Customers
Existing Brand
Awareness
Existing
Customer Base
Unknown
Franchise Fees, Marketing
Purchase Price
Difficult
Easier
Easier
None
Full & On
Going
None
Longest
Moderate
Moderate
None At Launch
Strong
Varies
Category
Risk
Brand Recognition
Growth
Potential
Time To Profit
Training &
Support
Financing
Options
Start Up
Costs
Customer
Base
High
Low
Moderate