Information & Resources

RBC Royal Bank offers a number of value-added resources dedicated to assisting franchisees. These can be quickly and easily downloaded from our Web site.

Our business publications, directed at entrepreneurs in general, include the Definitive Guide Series which cover general topics such as:

1. Guide to Writing a Business Plan
2. Understanding Business Cycles
3. Managing for Growth

Publications are directed specifically at individuals who are considering whether to buy a franchise include:

1. Our guidebook entitled A comprehensive guide for the entrepreneur - Buying A Franchise.

Our guidebook is designed to offer assistance to potential franchisees in identifying the advantages of becoming a franchisee and helping them to evaluate whether franchising is right for them. It is also designed to assist potential franchisees in understanding why companies decide to franchise and how franchising works - including a brief overview of franchise agreements, fees and services, as well as terminations and renewals.

Potential franchisees will also receive some pointers in buying a franchise including where to look, steps to take and things to watch for. This guidebook also offers a checklist for the franchisee which contains some of the major questions that a potential franchisee should be asking if they are interested in acquiring a franchise.

For ease of reference, these questions are organized into six major sections:

• Questions to Ask the Franchisor
• Questions about the Product or Service
• Questions about Sales Territory and Location
• Questions about the Experience of Current Franchisees
• Questions about the Franchise Contract
• Questions about the Franchisors Assistance to the Franchisee
2. The Essential 5-point Guide to Buying a Franchise.

The 5-point Guide highlights the following key areas:

1. The Franchise System's Products or Services: Evaluating Competitive Dynamics
2. The Franchisor: Identifying Stronger Franchisors
3. The Franchise System: Key Success Factors That Differentiate Strong Franchise Systems
4. Financial Commitments: Evaluating the Total Investment
5. The Franchise Agreement: Some Things to Look For & Why It Should Be Reviewed By A Lawyer Who Specializes in Franchising

						Franchise Specialists Our account managers are knowledgeable and experienced where it counts most for you, the franchisee, and should be able to tap you into its networks both within and outside the bank.
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