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How Franchisees Use Earnouts to Buy Existing Units
In this episode of Franchise Conversations with Fexingo, Lucas and Luna explore how franchisees use earnouts to buy existing units. They break down a real-world case: a multi-unit QSR franchisee who structured a $3.5 million acquisition with a 4-year earnout tied to same-store sales growth. Lucas explains why earnouts bridge valuation gaps, how to set realistic targets, and the pitfalls like cultural friction or post-deal incentive misalignment. Luna pushes back on whether earnouts always favor buyers. By the end, you'll understand the mechanics and when to walk away from a deal. Episode…
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