Name
Panel Discussion: Financing Franchise Growth: New Units, Resales & Expansion Strategy
Date & Time
Wednesday, July 29, 2026, 11:00 AM
Description
 
 
 
 

Financing remains one of the biggest barriers to franchise growth, but the conversation has become more complex than simply securing bank approval. Rising borrowing costs, changing lender expectations, multi-unit growth strategies, and candidate capitalization challenges are reshaping the development process.
This session brings together lenders, franchisors, and development leaders to discuss how brands are adapting growth strategies in today’s financing environment.

Topics include:
 - What lenders are prioritizing today
 - Why candidates are getting declined
 - Supporting candidates through the financing process
 - Multi-unit and resale financing considerations
 - Development pacing in uncertain markets
 - How franchise economics affect fundability
 - New unit growth vs resale opportunities

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