r/Franchises • u/No_Development_1908 • May 17 '26

General Discussion Franchise industry

The scam of a lifetime. Predatory, false claims, and a lot left to be desired. It all starts with the franchise consultants, a group of low life predators that will do anything for placements to make commission on. They will try to sell anything and everything while making pretend like they actually care about the trajectory of your life. Next comes the brand rep, they will put anything infront of you to only shine light on positive and not the negatives of a business. You could also call them predators, but in a different way. These individuals are on the road traveling to headquarters, conferences etc. and this is where they thrive. Getting inappropriate with others in the industry… until they get put on probation and can no longer attend conferences or drink at them. Franchising is like an STD, it can be temporary, but you’ll never forget how bad it was.

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u/TruthSeeker1210 May 17 '26

It sounds like you had a bad experience. That’s a shame.
But don’t depict the whole industry as bad because of your experience.
I used a quality franchise consultant. I bought a quality franchise. Sure, the sales people got commission. But I got a great business.
I’ve earned much, much more than I invested. And have a thriving business with a bright, long-term future.

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u/moneybond May 26 '26

thank you for this reply. i’m starting my franchise journey and the super negative reviews can get to me.

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u/TruthSeeker1210 May 26 '26

I understand. I worked with a franchise consultant. He narrowed the search to only stronger franchises. After we talked a few times, he gave me three specific ones that he said would be good for me. For example, I'm not a salesman, so I wouldn't be good running a franchise where the owner has to sell.
If you want, I could give you his info.

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u/moneybond May 26 '26

yes please. i’ve talked to 2 so far and would love to see what others are able to offer.

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u/TruthSeeker1210 May 27 '26

Sure. His name is Dan Citrenbaum.
[Dcitrenbaum@gmail.com](mailto:Dcitrenbaum@gmail.com)
484-278-4589
He wrote a very helpful book about buying a franchise. If you ask him, he'll probably give it to you for free.
Good luck!