franchise clarity podcasts

Thinking about buying a franchise? Get the conflict-free, objective advice you won’t hear from brokers or franchisors. At Franchise Clarity, we help aspiring franchise owners make smart, well-informed decisions — with eyes wide open.

Franchise brokers may sound helpful — but they’re salespeople, not advisors. In this episode, I break down the key truths most brokers won’t share, including how they get paid, what they don’t disclose, and why their incentives aren’t aligned with yours.

After a layoff or years in the corporate grind, many executives start dreaming about entrepreneurship. The word “freedom” gets tossed around — and franchising often gets pitched as the safer, faster path to becoming your own boss. But what’s the real story? In this episode, I break down the pros and cons of starting your own business from scratch vs. buying into a franchise.

If you’ve ever flipped to Item 19 in a Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) and thought, “Finally, the numbers I’ve been waiting for!” — this episode is for you.

Top 5 Red Flags in a Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) Thinking about buying a franchise? Don’t sign anything until you know what to look for. In this episode, I walk through 5 major red flags hidden in the FDD — from missing financials to unfair termination clauses.