Jacob Lee signed up for 10 locations in the Scenthound franchise after deciding it was a better opportunity than search. Topics in Jacob's interview:Why starting franchise locations makes more sense than buying a businessReturn on equity in franchising vs. searchGetting over pride when choosing to franchiseHow Jacob selected Scenthound from 4,000 franchise optionsOther franchises Jacob consideredHow to analyze a franchise opportunity (especially a young one)All about Scenthound - concept, numbers, feesFranchising compoundsHow to build 10 units over 4 years (plus the 2 key hires that make it possible)Using SBA loans in franchisingReferences & how to reach Jacob:Jacob's Twitter thread cited in the interviewScenthoundBrent BeshoreTommy's Express Car WashThe Joint ChiropracticLinkedIn@jacoblee295j lee AT scenthound dot comGet complimentary due diligence on your acquisition's insurance & benefits program:Oberle Risk Strategies - Search Fund TeamRegister for a live gathering of SMB, Micro-PE, and ETA owners, operators and investors:SMBashConnect with Acquiring Minds:See past + future interviews on the YouTube channelConnect with host Will Smith on LinkedInFollow Will on Twitter
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