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Franchise Disclosure Document: What You Need to Know
Prospective franchisees typically receive a Franchise Disclosure Document after requesting more information about a franchise or during the Discovery Day process. But this 100- to 200-page legal document is more than just an intimidating pile…
Choosing a Franchise Opportunity: 10 Steps to Franchising
So, you want to start a business but don’t know where to begin. While franchising has crossed your mind, you’re still not sold on the idea. Thankfully, you’ve come to the right place, America’s Best…
6 Things to Help Get You Motivated
Now isn’t the time to retreat into your shell and ride out the year by flying under the radar. No sir! Instead, we propose six intriguing ways to stay motivated and finish this year off…
7 Questions to Ask Yourself Before Considering Franchising
If you’re considering franchising as an alternative to your 9-to-5, you’ve come to the right place. But wait! Before you make any rash decisions, like quitting your job, there are a few things you should…
The Ongoing Costs of Running a Franchise
If the thought of launching a business and becoming your own boss is something you’ve always entertained, it’s wise to have an idea of what it will cost to keep your operations afloat. As you…
Franchising: Your Escape from Corporate America
Corporate America provides you (and your family) with stability. It gives you a steady paycheck, health benefits and more. All you have to do is work…which can sometimes seem like a life sentence. You slave…
Tips on Hiring Exceptional Staff
While it may appear that the title of this week’s FranNet blog makes a lot of assumptions about your future, we say it never hurts to be prepared. When you take the entrepreneurial plunge, you…
Franchise Funding: Preparing to Finance Your Franchise
So, you’ve identified the golden franchise opportunity that suits your skill set and needs. What’s next? Funding. Two significant expenses to consider are the initial franchise fee and ongoing royalties. The franchise fee is the nonrefundable, one-time price…
What Franchise Can I Afford?
When choosing a franchise to buy, budget is an obvious factor. With many first-time franchisees wondering where to start, the franchise attorneys at Soden & Steinberger, APLC can offer brief and helpful insight to allow you…
Franchising with a Business Partner
Franchising is a considerable endeavor that comes with its fair share of obstacles and rewards. The question is: Would you rather go it alone or with someone you trust? A business partnership is defined as…
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