Your Franchise Journey, Guided Every Step of the Way
There’s a lot to think about when deciding if a franchise is right for you. That’s where we come in.
Take advantage of our step-by-step process so you can move forward confidently and make decisions that align with your lifestyles and goals.
Franchise Discovery
Get clear on your goals, strengths, and readiness.
Personalized Matching
Receive curated franchise options aligned with your values and lifestyle.
Education & Financial Guidance
Understand the numbers, risks, and realities with confidence.
Validation & Due Diligence Support
Meet franchisors, review financials, and get the insights you need.
Decision & Next Step Planning
You choose knowing your decision fits your life, priorities, and aspirations.
Frequently Asked Questions
Still have questions? Take a look at the FAQ or reach out anytime.
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A franchise is a business you own that operates another company’s proven brand, systems and support. You pay an initial fee and ongoing royalties, and in return you get training, a tested playbook, marketing resources, and ongoing guidance.
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Franchising gives you a head start by providing a trusted brand, a complete operating system, and hands-on support from day one. Instead of figuring everything out alone, you follow a proven playbook that helps you launch and grow quicker.
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Most franchises are NOT food businesses, although food brands in many cases are the most visible. The franchise world is broad and includes large portions of the industry in home services, wellness, education, senior care, children’s enrichment, fitness and business services.
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We help clients find the right fit by learning what you want your business to provide, how you prefer to work and what you can invest. We compare brands across support systems, economics, leadership style and long-term potential, then guide clients toward options that match their personal and financial goals.
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Most of the brands we work with require a total investment of $250,000 - $750,000. This includes the franchise fee, startup costs, and working capital. Some franchises go up to $3,000,000 if you also purchase the real estate.
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No. Most franchises have a minimum net worth requirement of $250,000 - $1,000,000. Many franchises can be started with $50,000 - $300,000 in liquid capital. Strive can help you with funding options that include SBA loans, penalty-free retirement rollovers, lines of credits and others.
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We will compare your financial profile to franchise requirements. If you don’t qualify, we will let you know upfront so that your time is not wasted.
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The most common path is a SBA loan, sometimes paired with cash savings or a ROBS (retirement rollover). We’ll explore all your available options.
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There’s always risk. This is why we look at proven franchises with strong validation and low turnover. We plan conservatively, assuming you are middle of the pack in year one and test the numbers before you commit.
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This will depend on the brand, the market and your execution. You can build in a modest “manager” salary and pay yourself from your loan. You could also choose not to take any payments until you are cash flowing. The exact method of paying yourself back will vary based on your needs and the franchise you own.