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PIR & Associates, Inc., makes turning a successful business into a franchise system EASY, without the hardship of traditional up front start-up fees. PIR has designed a special program that allows entrepreneurs the ability to pay for services as they incur; decreasing the business risk and hardship that expansion can cause.

PIR & Associates Inc., experienced in helping entrepreneurs become franchisors, utilizes the skills and knowledge of experts in business to analyze a company’s current business model and develop the systems necessary to create an infrastructure for expansion and increased profits. New markets and national recognition are just two of the many advantages of franchising.

David Waldman, PIR & Associates Inc. CEO says, “We work with businesses that wish to expand their model and offer franchises. We provide options such as a "Do-It-Yourself Franchise Package" or a "Pay-As-You-Go Full-Service Package" to assist them through franchise development. Initially, we will determine if franchising is the right vehicle for expansion and then help get them there.”

“PIR & Associates, Inc has been instrumental in the development of our franchise system. Because of PIR’s help, experience, resources and knowledge available to us PIR was able to catapult us into the franchise arena two or more years ahead of time.” Says, Bruce Kaylor, CEO of Assist U2 Build. “We would not be where we are today if it were not for PIR & Associates Inc.”

About PIR & Associates Inc

PIR and Associates, Inc is lead by entrepreneur and experienced businessman, David Waldman, who has spent the last fifteen years working with franchise organizations. PIR’s competitive edge provides an arsenal of resources and the virtual infrastructure to turn businesses into a franchise system. Services are custom tailored to help clients through the entire franchise process and beyond. For more information, visit www.PIRandAssociates.com.