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MAY 2017 NEWSLETTER
 

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Funding Your Business
Use Your IRA/401K
to Fund Your Business
  
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If you have retirement funds that you have not yet paid taxes on, you can access those funds to capitalize a business. You can then use those funds to buy a business, for any business expense, and to pay salary!

 

You are in control, you decide how much of your retirement funds you wish to use for the business. When working with a company that specializes in this funding option, and follows all of the IRS guidelines, you are able to buy a business Debt Free and Equity Rich (from the rollover of your IRA/401K funds). Additionally, you'll have a new 401K/Profit Sharing Plan that you can begin to contribute Tax Deferred.
 
Click here to learn more about using your retirement account and other funding options that are available.
Fun Facts
Arby's was founded in Boardman, OH on July 23, 1964 by Forrest and Leroy Raffel.

In 1976, Royal Crown Cola Company bought Arby's from the founders for $18M.

Today, there were over 3,300 Arby's restaurants worldwide with locations in four countries outside of the United States: Canada, Turkey, Qatar, and United Arab Emirates.
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The Fear Factor of Buying a Franchise

 

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Author and Philosopher Bertrand Russell once said "To conquer fear is the beginning of wisdom."

Buying a franchise is one of the biggest decisions you will ever make, so feeling fear is not only normal, it is entirely appropriate to the situation.

Who has fear? Everyone! Fear prevents us (most of us, anyway) from jumping out of a moving car or going over a waterfall in a barrel. Fear helps us make choices that are less likely to endanger our lives. Fear also prevents us from gambling our life's savings on a horse race or marrying someone we've known only a few days.
  
However, when we feel we have enough information about a subject, we can often get over fear and do things that were beyond our comfort zone.
  
If you are one of those people who has done your homework and found the franchise opportunity you've always dreamed of but can't seem to commit to a decision, then the final doubts you have are probably about your own abilities rather than the franchise itself.
  
This is where a qualified franchise consultant can help you. By assessing your interests, skills and experience, a consultant can guide you to a decision where risks are at an acceptable level and the benefits, while not certain, are well worth the effort.
  
The only problem with fear is when you allow it to stop you from doing something you know will make a positive difference in your life. Don't let fear stop you from reaching your goals! 
Buyer Checklist 
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1. Work with a consultant, he/she already knows the answers to most of your questions.

2. Take your time.

3. Identify your financial goals.

4. Understand your marketplace. 

5. Compare several franchise options.

6. Attend the Discovery Day.

7.Validate information with current franchisees.

8. Consult with a franchise attorney prior to signing any documents.

9. Begin your journey as a successful business owner.

Did you know... 
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One out of every 12 businesses operating today is a franchise.

 

What are some of the benefits to owning a franchise?

  
1. It's an established, successful brand.  
2. There are proven operating systems in place.  
3. Volume purchasing power. 
4. Shared experience with other franchisees. 
5. Formalized training and marketing programs to help ensure your success.
      

We've helped many aspiring business owners realize their entrepreneurial dreams by matching them with their ideal Business or Franchise Opportunity.  If you're ready to take control of your future but need help finding just the right business, give us a call.  There is never a cost or obligation for our consulting services.  Below are just a few examples of the hundreds of business opportunities that we work with.

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WaterStation Technology
Cash Needed: $18K
Total Investment: $18K-$850K
Total Locations: 1600      
 
This is the first truly passive business opportunity that we have seen.  With WaterStation Technology's (WST) Joint Venture Program, they handle the installation, maintenance, and money collection and send you a check for the proceeds each month.

WaterStation Technology designs and manufactures bottle-less WaterStations that are both planet-friendly and human-healthy.  Their line of self-serve WaterStations purify water to the highest standard and percolate it through a series of natural minerals to create a virtual spring water with electrolytes and an alkaline pH.

Based in the Greater Seattle Area, WST stands at the forefront of water purification and filtration.  They have developed a groundbreaking self-serve purification systems that produces premium mineral water that is not only more affordable than most bottled water, but also much more ecologically responsible.



WaterStation Technology Water Vending Machines create an enormous opportunity to provide a valuable service to people and the community while building a business with inventory-free, recurring residual revenues and great growth potential.

WST provides three business models:
  • Dealership Program - for low-end target markets to replace water coolers
  • Profit Sharing Program for Single Serve or Bulk Vending WaterStations - for placements into 93 different business locations using WST's unique Single Serve and Bulk Vending WaterStations offering two revenue streams - water and advertising
  • Joint Venture Partnership Program - designed for selected financial partners who have a choice of 10 machines for $100,000, 33 machines for $280,000 or 100 machines for $850,000 to invest in the establishment of WST territories with targeted locations
For more information, Click here  
Or call 800-401-9154
Blue Moon Estate Sales
Cash Needed: $43K
Total Investment: $84K
Total Locations: 16                   

Blue Moon Estate Sales provides customer-focused estate sales services to make the experience more enjoyable and profitable.  Their local estate sale franchises have years of industry experience, making them uniquely qualified to answer all the tough questions. 

The decision to liquidate an estate can be complicated and overwhelming; Blue Moon Estate Sales services ease those burdens.  They do everything; from determining a convenient timeline to sweeping up after the sale, they are there to assist you throughout the entire process.  Their goal is to manage your estate sale in a professional and caring manner while using their proven system to get you the most profit.

Blue Moon Estate Sales has built a strong foundation on a solid, reproducible estate sale franchise business plan proven to result in sales and return customers.  Their dedication to integrity, compassion and professionalism is what makes them stand out from the competition and they want to share their successful system with you.

The estate sale industry has been fragmented by a large volume of small, independent companies with low standards and mediocre sales.  Blue Moon Estate Sales wants to standardize the industry to ensure clients are always highly satisfied with their estate sales services.  Their goal is to teach their proven system to others to enable people to be self-employed in a growing industry.

The key to a successful estate sale franchise system lies in brand power, a proven business system and in-depth training.  Their liquidation company is looking for energetic, caring people who want to enjoy the rewards of owning their own business.  With a flexible schedule, low startup cost and very low overhead, owning your own franchise is right within your reach.
 
 
For more information, Click here 
Or call 800-401-9154
deka lash
Cash Needed: $75K
Total Investment: $199K-$359K
Total Locations: 17           
 
The eyelash extension industry is a $4.5 billion a year industry that is growing.  The eyelash industry is booming and becoming a lifestyle for today's modern woman as they crave time savings and achieving a look that is uniquely their own.  All of these things make the eyelash extension business secure, stable, profitable and positioned for the long haul.  From the moment that deka lash was created, it was more than a brand; it was a vision to bring inspiration, confidence and a lasting sense of beauty to generations of women.



As a new deka lash franchisee, you will be given all the necessary tools to open your own eyelash extension studio and to manage it with success.  You and your staff will become certified in eyelash extensions and learn all the success secrets to advancing to the next level.  With deka lash, you will have the opportunity to build multiple reoccurring revenue streams and open multiple locations in areas that demand these services.

With deka lash, no previous beauty experience is required and the operating model is semi-absentee.  deka lash is committed to providing you with training utilizing the most effective techniques and resources.  The initial training takes place at their proprietary deka lash Academy, which is a one week intense training with two focus tracks for business and lash artists.



For more information,
Click here 
Or call 800-401-9154
Rush Bowls
Cash Needed: $50K-$150K
Total Investment: $192K-$352K
Total Locations: 2                                      

A Rush Bowl is a thick, creamy blend of all-natural fruit, wholesome ingredients and nutrients, topped with delicious, crunchy granola and a drizzle of honey.  It's a complete meal-in-a-bowl designed to satisfy... whatever your RUSH might be.

Rush Bowls was launched in 2004, when founder, Andrew Pudalov, decided to leave the hustle and bustle of New York's financial scene to pursue his dream of creating a healthy, fast-dining restaurant that fueled people's lives with honest ingredients and delicious recipes.  As a result, Rush Bowls was born in Boulder, CO, offering meals crafted from the finest fruit, topped with granola & honey, and blended with protein, vitamins and other nutritious ingredients that taste delicious while promoting a healthy lifestyle.

Over the past decade, Rush Bowls has cultivated a loyal following and developed a successful business model by perfecting menu items, processes, vendor relationships and marketing practices.  During that time, Andrew received hundreds of inquiries about franchise opportunities, but he chose to stay focused on fine-tuning the Rush Bowls' concept... until now.

As a new Rush Bowls franchisee you will receive all the crucial support needed to help you hit it big.  Rush Bowls provides a strong support team, right from the beginning; from operations, marketing, product testing and development, financial coaching to Human Resources.

For more information, Click here
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spa810 Laser, Skin & Massage
Cash Needed: $150K
Total Investment: $360K-$531K
Total Locations: 37    

Affordable luxury awaits you at spa810 Laser, Skin & Massage.  They offer customized facials, massages, pain-free laser hair removal, and anti-aging laser treatments at an affordable price, all in a convenient location.  At spa810, they are committed to helping you achieve your personal best.  Their results-oriented treatments and pampering services have been created so that you can look and feel your best.



spa810 just announced the addition of CoolSculpting fat reduction service.  ZELTIQ Aesthetics, the owner of the patented CoolSculpting system, has committed to spend $60M in national advertising in 2017 to promote this exciting fat reduction procedure.  What a great addition to the other spa services currently being offered by spa810!

spa810 is a great opportunity for the right individual considering franchise ownership. They have Single Unit, Multiple Unit and Area Representative opportunities available to meet just about any business and financial objectives that you may have.  Below are just a few of the reasons that spa810 is the premier spa and wellness franchise on the market today.  

Key reasons to own a spa810 franchise:
  • Join the Growing Multi-Billion Dollar Health & Wellness Industry
  • Manger-Run Model Perfect for Multi-Unit & Semi-Passive Ownership
  • Business Model Has 4 Distinct Revenue Streams
  • Membership Model with Recurring Revenue
  • Key Differentiators & Competitive Advantages Make Us Unique
  • Luxury Services at Affordable Prices, a Great Value for the Consumer
  • Business Utilizes a Professional Workforce Unlike Retail & Food Concepts
  • Hands-On Service Industry that Technology Can't Replace
  • Large Customer Base (Male & Female, All Ethnicities)
  • Business Evolves as New Services Come to Market
  • SBA Registered & Approved (Only 18% of all Franchises Are)
  • $150K Liquid with Good Credit Makes a Viable SBA Loan Application
  • Meets E-2 Visa Requirements for International Candidates
spa810 Accolades
  • Listed in Entrepreneur's Top 225 Franchise picks for 2015
  • Ranked 267 in Franchise Grade's Top 500 Franchises
  • Recognized as "Best Laser Hair Removal in all of Dallas, Texas"
  • "2015 Best New Franchise Concept" - Phoenix Business Journal
  • "Best Day Spa Experience" - Winter Park Chamber of Commerce
  • Entrepreneur Magazine April 2017 "New Hotness Franchises" Top 100 List
For more information, Click here
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Master What is an Area Representative or Master Franchise?
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Some franchises have opportunities known as Area Representative or Master Franchise.  An Area Representative Franchise involves the development of a geographic region that can be as small as a single city or as large as an entire state; while a Master Franchise is normally reserved for the development of an entire country.  You purchase the right to develop a designated area and share in the franchise fees and royalties with the franchisor.  You work closely with commercial real estate agents, business brokers and consultants in the development of your area.  The investment needed to secure an Area Representative or Master Franchise opportunity can start as low as $150K depending the franchise, the size of the population and the geographic area.
For more information, Click here  
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Master This Month's Featured Resale
 
Paciugo Gelato & Caffé
The Wooodlands Mall, TX
$160,000

Most franchise systems offer resales.  To find out what's available in your area, send me an email with your city, state, and zip. dstruck@questfran.com
If you would like to learn more about this month's Featured Business Opportunities or have questions about business ownership, you may contact me directly by calling the number below. 

Sincerely,
Dave Struck 

Dave Struck

Founder/Consultant

Quest Franchise Advisory Group
Direct: 770-910-7767 ext. 101

dstruck@questfran.com 

www.questfran.com 

 

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Big $avings for  U.S. Veterans
As a way of saying "Thank you" to our Veterans, many franchise companies offer our Veterans discounts on franchise fees ranging from 10%-50%. Some also offer discounted royalty fees of up to 50% for your first year in business. Call us and we'll be happy
to match you with a participating franchise.