Owning a McDonalds franchise is the dream of many entrepreneurs.  A dream they have until they research and find that either the franchise is far too expensive or there are no franchising options left in their area (like the U.S.). 

There are some real advantages to owning a McDonalds franchise if you can get one of the franchises.  One of the advantages is that you will probably roll in some serious coin.  Another advantage is that very few McDonalds Franchises have ever went out of business.  Another is serious brand recognition.  Folks can be in middle of the desert and still stop and a McDonalds restaurant because they know exactly what they are going to get.

There are cons of course to owning a McDonalds like long hours (at least until you are well established and can hire a manager you trust), and a huge financial investment.  If you can’t buy a McDonalds franchise consider other franchises that may not be as well known but are still highly popular.  I personally like Shanes and Zaxbys. 

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