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

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/    📷 Instagram - https://www.instagram.com/erikvanhorn/  👍 Facebook - https://www.facebook.com/erik.v.horn/  💼 LinkedIn - https://www.linkedin.com/in/evanhorn/   Best Franchise Starter Playlist: https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLEEithd54kMlgRgsBAo4LWNCMSOthnK0r&si=TD1z25-ie2d23rGm https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLEEithd54kMle5_OUXiuLbc_UPBtz1vTE&si=uCOgDya1VnnCarDf https://youtube.com/playlist?list=PLEEithd54kMk2Kw07KwZGWgF8UTx9N5_T&si=ZldjBOqFanGE-JUL   #FranchiseExit #FranchiseGrowth #PassiveIncome