Franchise resales are one of the more complex exits in the SMB market — the franchisor must approve the buyer, the Franchise Disclosure Document creates disclosure obligations, and the buyer pool is narrower than for independent businesses. Getting the sequence right matters as much as finding the right buyer.
New-to-Canada Entrepreneurs
Buyers who want the reduced risk of an established brand and proven systems — especially attractive to immigrant investors who value a turnkey operation.
Existing Franchisees Expanding
Operators within the same or complementary franchise system looking to add territory or units.
First-Time Business Buyers
Buyers who prefer the support infrastructure of a franchisor over the uncertainty of an independent business.
Franchisor Right of First Refusal
Most franchise agreements include a ROFR — the franchisor can match any offer before the sale proceeds to the third-party buyer. Build this timeline into your exit plan.
$7,500 non-refundable engagement fee, credited at close. Reverse Lehman — minimum $25,000.
10%
First $1M
8%
$1M – $2M
6%
$2M – $3M
4%
Above $3M
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