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Setting Goals for Franchise Success
Before you buy a franchise, it’s important to set goals so you can reach your financial and personal dreams.

Franchise Gurus Speak Out
Learn from the franchising legends who have built some of today's biggest brands.

Start a Business the Fast Way
Buying a franchise or business opportunity takes much of the fuss out of startup and lets you focus on profits and growth.

Buyer Blunders
The 5 biggest franchisee mistakes that lead to failure--and how to avoid them

Are You Suited to Be a Franchisee?
100 questions you should ask or answer before you buy a franchise.

Get in the Game
Think owning and operating is the only way to get involved in a franchise? Well, we can think of 5 strategies you can use to play the franchising game. Read on to find the one that fits you best.

The Right Stuff
Are you franchisee material? Take a look at yourself from a franchisor's point of view, and see how you measure up.

When Franchisees Speak Up
Are proactive franchisees welcome in franchising?

Coming of Age
Americans are hitting 50 and finding they're anything but over the hill. These entrepreneurs prove it's never too late to buy a franchise.

What's Hot: eBay Dropoff Franchises
eBay fulfillment franchises are popping up in hopes of becoming the eBay middleman of choice.

Word to the Wise
A few things to consider before tackling franchising

Got Skills?
Franchising is becoming a beacon for experienced workers.

What's in a Name?
Is a name-brand franchise necessary for success? Orion proves even the smallest name brands can compete with big-name players.

Turnkey Franchises
Unlocking the truth of turnkey packages

Is Faster Better?
An insider helps you decide whether a fast- or slow-growth franchise is your best option.

Top 5 Characteristics of Successful Franchisees
Do you have what it takes?

The Sure Thing
Are existing franchise systems always a better bet than startups?

Are You Ready to Be a Franchisee?
Our experts reveal everything you can do to improve your chances for success before you buy a franchise.

Regional vs. National Franchise Systems
How to decide which is best for you

A Hamburger by Any Other Name...
How important is product in your search for the perfect franchise?

Corporate Climbers
What do you do when the next rung of the corporate ladder isn't enough motivation for you? These entrepreneurs transferred their climb to the world of franchising.

Are You a Leader or Follower?
Answer a few questions to see whether operating an independent business or a franchise is right for you.

Is Franchising for You?
Some questions to ask yourself before taking the plunge.

Cash Course
The millionaire club grows every year--just think of a franchise as the secret handshake that gets you in.

Buying a Previously Owned Franchise
An Express Personnel Services franchisee shares his experiences with buying an existing franchise.

Franchise-Me-Downs
Franchisors are refranchising their company-owned units and selling them to you. Is that a good thing?

Is That Opportunity Legit?
Be your own boss, yes, but be smart about how you get there.

Should You Be the First Franchisee?
Yes, but only if your gut (and your due diligence) says so.

Can Franchising Be Learned?
Formally educated people may make for better franchisees.

Is Refranchising Working?
It's one of the hottest strategies in franchising, but is it really benefiting franchisors and franchisees?

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