Business Profile Questionnaire

In order to consider you as a candidate for a franchise or business opportunity, please provide us with the following information:

Part I Personal Data

MrMrsMs

What specific type of opportunity are you interested in?
Single-Unit OwnerMulti-Unit OwnerArea Rep / Master

Preferred State Location

Enter preferred city(s) / metro area(s)

Are you a US Citizen?

YesNo

If no, please example your immigration status.

If no, are you interested in investor visa options?

Military Service?

YesNo

If yes, you may qualify for VetFran or funding assistance.

What is your highest level of education (High School, University/ College Grad, Some College, BS, MBA etc. (if applicable)?

When would you like to start the business?

*How much in available liquid funds do you have to invest into your business (Liquid capital to invest)?
< $50,000$50,000 - $100,000$100,000 - $150,000$150,000 - $200,000$200,000 - $250,000$250,000 - $300,000$300,000 - $400,000> $400,000

Do you have recurring monthly income now?

YesNo

What is your estimated net worth?

Part I Personal Data (Continued)
Will you require assistance to source financing options?

YesNo

Are you willing to use Use IRA/401K funds to purchase the business (min. $50K in IRA/401K) ?

YesNoMay be

How is your credit?

ExcellentGoodFairPoor

Are there any issues or commitments that need to be addressed prior to you getting started?

YesNo

If yes, please explain

Part II Business Experience
Present / Most Recent Position

Annual Earnings

Are you looking to Replace or Enhance your income?
ReplaceEnhanceNot sure yet

Previous Position

Do you own your own business now or in the past?
ReplaceYesNo

Have you managed employees?
YesNo

If so, what kind and when?

If yes, how many employees have you managed at the same time?

Part III Business Operations
Are you planning to be Hands-on or a Passive Owner?

Hands-onSemi-PassiveAbsentee

Do you plan to operate the business yourself?

YesWith familyWith partner(s)

How many hours a week are you looking to work in this new business?

What is your motivation for looking into a new franchise / business opportunity. (security, tired of the corporate grind, family time, flexibility etc.) ?

Have you considered starting your own business from scratch or have you decided you are more interested in working within a franchise system?

Do you tend to be assertive or non-assertive in your undertakings?

AssertiveNon-Assertive

Would you characterize yourself as being extroverted or introverted?

ExtrovertedIntroverted

Are you task oriented or people oriented?

TaskPeopleBoth

Part IV Industries / Categories
How long have you been looking into franchise opportunities?
Just Started1-3 months3-6 months6+

Are you currently working with any Agent, Broker or Franchise Consultant? If so, please share their name(s) or company.

Are you presently looking into any other business or franchise opportunities?

Have you ever reviewed any Franchise Disclosure Documents (which brands) ?

Acknowledgement Statement


It is understood that the purpose of this questionnaire is for information gathering only and is in no way a binding agreement to purchase upon the applicant, the franchise company / business seller, or its agents and representatives. I understand that there is no fee charged to me by the Franchise Development Group (FDG), its agents or affiliates for consulting services provided to assist me in researching business and/or franchise opportunities. FDG is customarily paid a referral fee by the seller or franchisor upon the successful closing of a transaction. I acknowledge that there are business risks associated with the purchase and/or operations of any business or franchise venture and, that it is my responsibility to evaluate these risks myself and/or with the aid of my own professional advisors. I agree to hold FDG, its agents, officers, or affiliates harmless from any claims, losses, or demands related to or arising from the purchase of a business or franchise opportunity.

True and Correct
By selecting True and Correct, and submitting this questionnaire, you assert that the information contained is true and correct, and acknowledge that a Franchisor or business seller may reply on this information.