The Franchise Adviser Opens Doors in Charleston, SC; Offers Free Consultations

Aug. 5, 2009 - PRLog -- Carol Ivey is pleased to announce that her consulting firm, The Franchise
Adviser, LLC is extending its services to cover Charleston, SC. Originally based in Hilton Head,  The Franchise Adviser provides free consultation to help potential new business owners find the right franchise for their needs and goals. The Franchise Adviser sees the Charleston area as a major target market for future growth and expansion for several nationally known successful franchises.

The Franchise Adviser, has a portfolio of over 300 different franchises and assists future new business owners throughout North America. The Franchise Adviser uses a match-making process to fit potential franchisees with businesses that meet their goals, skills and investment potential. The new office in Charleston will service the local community as well as act as a secondary office for national business.

Carol Ivey, the owner of The Franchise Adviser, has over 25 years experience in franchises, corporations and small business ownership. As an independent business consultant, Carol Ivey does not work for any franchise, she works with hundreds and selects only those that she feels are the best, strongest and will be a benefit to her clients. This service saves potential franchisees time, money and aggravation.

By bringing her years of experience to the table, Carol helps educate future business owners about the benefits of franchising as well as offering advice on selecting a business. Other servicesprovided at no cost to candidates include assistance determining the financial investment required, comparisons of different franchise opportunities and assistance in finding available sources of funding.

"We are very excited to offer our services in the Charleston area since several franchises, that are growing in this tough market, see South Carolina and Charleston in particular, as a wonderful market and are targeting the area for future expansion" said Carol. "South Carolina is very active in promoting small business growth and is a terrific place to do business. It is a great 'pro-small business' environment which should help spur economic recovery."

About The Franchise Adviser
The Franchise Adviser, LLC recruits owners for America's top franchises and distributorships and is an affiliate of the Business Alliance Network, providing the best access to successful franchises nationwide. The Business Alliance Network has been working with franchises for over 17 years and continuously adds strong and successful franchises to their portfolio.

Contact
Carol Ivey
The Franchise Adviser
Toll free: 866-775-3224
Cell: 843-290-5579

Charleston Office:
334 East Bay Street #200
Charleston, SC 29401

Hilton Head Office:
13 Bow Circle, Suite 176
Hilton Head, SC 29928

Email: carol@thefranchiseadviser.com
Web: http://www.thefranchiseadviser.com
Web: http://www.carolivey.com

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The Franchise Adviser provides free consultation to help potential new business owners find the right franchise for their needs and goals throughout North America. The Franchise Adviser does not charge potential franchisees for this valuable service.