The Exit Playbook: How Top Franchisees Are Cashing Out for Millions

Franchise Secrets Podcast

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What separates the average franchisee from the elite? In this solo episode, Erik Van Horn shares the exit playbook used by top-performing franchisees to scale, systemize, and cash out for millions. Discover how to go from franchise operator to investor, build a sellable franchise business, and protect your wealth with smart tax strategies and capital allocation.

Learn the secrets behind:

-Structuring a business for exit

-Buying tired franchises and turning them around

-Tax strategies every entrepreneur should know

-Investor identity and risk mitigation

-Avoiding the biggest mistakes after a big payday

Whether you're just getting started or preparing to exit, this episode gives you the tools, mindset, and playbook to build serious wealth through franchising.

Timestamps:

00:00 – From Operator to Investor: The Big Shift

02:18 – Replacing Your Income vs. Building Wealth

03:09 – Multi-Million Dollar Exit Strategy

06:38 – Learning the Investing Game

07:50 – How to Build a Sellable Franchise

08:57 – Buying Out Tired Franchisees

10:44 – Real Estate Risks When Acquiring Locations

13:35 – Resources: Franchise Secrets Facebook & Mastermind

14:48 – Buying Performing Assets and Doubling ROI

16:27 – Cash Flow vs. EBITDA: What Really Matters

17:43 – How to Exit Without Fully Exiting

18:45 – Find a CPA Who’s a Tax Strategist

21:05 – Rookie Investor Mistakes to Avoid

24:01 – What Real Downside Protection Looks Like

27:10 – Define Your Investor Identity

Connect with Erik Van Horn:

🌐 Website - https://franchisesecrets.com/

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💼 LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/evanhorn/

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