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Legalese in Leases: 10 Terms You Need to Know as a Franchisee
If you are purchasing a brick-and-mortar franchise for the first time and have never laid eyes on a commercial lease, the combination of the terminology, fine print and sheer magnitude of the commitment can be…
The Basics of Franchising: What You Need to Know
Franchising is when a franchisor grants a franchisee the rights to sell their products and/or services. The two enter an agreement that allows the franchisee to use the franchisor’s methods, operations, systems, brand name and…
The Basics of Franchising: What You Need to Know
Franchising is when a franchisor grants a franchisee the rights to sell their products and/or services. The two enter an agreement that allows the franchisee to use the franchisor’s methods, operations, systems, brand name and…
5 Common Pitfalls for Franchisees and How to Avoid Them
Buying a franchise is an exciting endeavor. After you’ve asked yourself the important questions, determined what franchise you can afford and hired a franchise attorney to assist in the process, it’s full steam ahead. However, there are a few potential…
5 Common Pitfalls for Franchisees and How to Avoid Them
Buying a franchise is an exciting endeavor. After you’ve asked yourself the important questions, determined what franchise you can afford and hired a franchise attorney to assist in the process, it’s full steam ahead. However, there are a few potential…
7 Potential Red Flags During Franchise Due Diligence
When you are thinking about buying a franchise, due diligence is the process of gathering the information you need to make an informed buying decision. While buying a franchise is inherently a risky endeavor, there…
Franchise vs. Startup: What’s Your Entrepreneurial Journey?
Owning your own business can be an exciting, liberating and lucrative experience. But it’s a big change to go from corporate employee to head-honcho, so it’s important to know what you’re getting into before you…
Single-Unit vs. Multi-Unit Franchise Ownership
Single-unit franchise ownership is much different from multi-unit franchise ownership. The two types of operators often have different business goals and priorities. So, how do you decide which is right for you? As always, America’s Best…
Glossary of Franchise Terms
Considering franchising as a business opportunity? Like most industries, franchising has its own language. Familiarizing yourself with the lingo before beginning your search for the perfect franchise can help ease the research process. Absentee Ownership: An…
6 Must-Read Books Before Choosing a Franchise Opportunity
So, you’re browsing franchise opportunities and quickly find yourself overwhelmed by all the choices. Who would blame you? There are thousands of franchise opportunities spanning more than 100 industries in the United States. We get…
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