How It Works

A Disciplined Process.
Not a Directory.

We apply the same qualification rigour to franchise placements that a business broker applies to M&A transactions. Every introduction is earned — by both sides.

The Process

Two Sides, One Standard

For Franchisees
Typical timeline: 6–16 weeks
1
Week 1

Intake & Discovery

  • Submit your intake profile online
  • 15-minute intro call with a broker
  • Financial pre-qualification discussion
2
Week 1–2

Fit Assessment

  • We review your profile against our active inventory
  • Budget, territory, operator-type, and industry matching
  • Initial list of potential brands identified
3
Week 2–3

Brand Introductions

  • Broker-facilitated warm introductions
  • Candidate brief shared with each brand
  • Initial calls scheduled with franchise development teams
4
Week 3–8

Due Diligence

  • FDD (Franchise Disclosure Document) review support
  • Franchisee validation call preparation
  • Territory and market analysis
  • Financial modelling review (not financial advice)
5
Week 6–12+

Decision & Close

  • Franchise agreement review with your lawyer
  • Final Q&A with franchise brand
  • Agreement execution and onboarding begins
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For Franchisors
First introductions within 2–4 weeks
1
Week 1

Onboarding

  • Complete franchisor intake form
  • Discovery call with our team
  • Brand profile review and approval
2
Week 1–2

Profile Development

  • Build your ideal franchisee profile together
  • Define territory priorities and availability
  • Set screening criteria and deal-breakers
3
Week 2–3

Active Recruitment

  • Launch to our active candidate network
  • Promotion through our intake pipeline
  • Ongoing inbound lead filtering against your profile
4
Ongoing

Screening & Introductions

  • Candidate interviews and financial pre-qualification
  • Candidate brief prepared before each introduction
  • Warm introduction made to your development team
5
Week 6–16

Franchise Process

  • We stay involved through FDD delivery and review
  • Support candidate questions to maintain momentum
  • Close facilitated with both sides informed
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Our Standards

What We Screen For

Every candidate is assessed across four dimensions before any introduction is made.

Financial Capacity

  • Liquid capital (unencumbered)
  • Net worth confirmation
  • Financing plan or pre-qualification status

Motivation & Readiness

  • Timeline to invest
  • Decision-making process (spouse/partner involvement)
  • Contingencies or blockers identified

Operator Fit

  • Owner-operator vs semi-absentee preference
  • Industry and lifestyle alignment
  • Experience and skill set match

Geographic Fit

  • Territory availability vs preference
  • Flexibility to adjacent markets
  • Local market context
Important Notice

The timelines, steps, and information provided on this page are general in nature and are intended for informational purposes only. Franchise Business Brokers does not provide legal, financial, or investment advice. All franchise transactions should be reviewed by a qualified franchise lawyer and independent accountant. Actual timelines and requirements will vary by franchise brand and individual circumstances.