According to the International Franchise Association, one in seven franchises in the United States is owned by a veteran.

Our franchise team strongly supports veterans in their search for new opportunities after returning to civilian life and we’re not alone. Joel Lazarovitz, Vice President of recruitment for Maid Brigade, Inc & Maid Simple House Cleaning, considers military veterans to be “ideal franchise owners,” citing four key factors that make them so effective.

• Leadership

• Practical experience

• Dedication

• The ability to follow systems and procedures

Let’s explore how these strengths give veterans an advantage in the world of franchise ownership.

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Franchising is an increasingly attractive option for those who want to run a business of their own, but don’t have the experience needed to start one from scratch. Franchising provides a unique set of benefits including an already established product, widespread brand recognition, operational support, training, and quick access to products––advantanges that don’t come easy when starting from square one.

Franchises are most successful when the business owner has done adequate research and is confident they’re a good match for the company. If you’re considering a franchise of your own, ask yourself the following questions before proceeding to be sure you’re a good fit:

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