Column Archive
Secrets to Avoiding Employee Hassles in Your FranchiseWant a franchise, but afraid of the pain of dealing with employees? Follow these three tips to minimize employee problems.
08/25/2003
Buying an Existing Franchise, Part 2How to get the right price on a "used" franchise.
07/28/2003
Buying an Existing Franchise, Part 1What you need to know when you plan to buy a "used" franchise instead of a new one.
06/01/2003
Turnkey FranchisesUnlocking the truth of turnkey packages
05/12/2003
Top 5 Characteristics of Successful FranchiseesDo you have what it takes?
04/14/2003
Choosing a Franchise AttorneyHow and when to select an attorney to review your franchise agreement
03/10/2003
Why Franchises FailHow to avoid buying into a franchise company that might go under
02/10/2003
Why Do Franchisees Sue?Our expert explains what you need to know to avoid the trap of franchise litigation.
01/13/2003
Regional vs. National Franchise SystemsHow to decide which is best for you
12/01/2002
Negotiating Your Franchise AgreementHow to master the art of negotiating with your franchisor … or at least understand why negotiating isn't always to your benefit.
11/11/2002
How the Government Protects FranchiseesYou're not completely on your own while searching for a legitimate franchise. Certain regulations ensure franchisees' interests are protected.
10/14/2002
Choosing a Legal Form for Your FranchiseSole proprietorship, corporation, LLC...know the option that's best for you
before you buy a franchise.
09/01/2002
When Is a Franchise Market Too Saturated?Franchisees and franchisors have different ideas about market saturation.
06/10/2002
Obtaining Financial Results From FranchisesIt's smart to investigate the average financial returns on franchise investments. But how do you find the numbers?
05/13/2002
Franchise Investment vs. ReturnFiguring the ROI on a franchise opportunity isn't as easy as it sounds.
04/01/2002
Mandatory Marketing ProgramsFranchisors say you
have to pay marketing fees. But where is your money going?
03/11/2002
Franchising: What You're Actually "Buying"And what happens when the contract runs out
02/11/2002
Franchise TerminologyGet a handle on the terms before you invest in any opportunity.
01/14/2002
What to Expect From a FranchisorFrom training to marketing, here's a list of the assistance and support you should receive from a franchisor.
12/10/2001
Finding Franchise FinancingAll you have to do is go to the bank, right? Wrong. First you must explore all your financing options.
11/12/2001
Franchise Advisory Boards: The AdvantagesWhy their existence bodes well for a franchise system
10/01/2001
Franchise Startup CostsWhat do all those terms in the UFOC mean?
09/10/2001
Weighing Protected Territory OptionsBigger isn't necessarily better.
08/13/2001
Is That Franchise a Good Opportunity?We can't say, but we'll tell you how to figure it out.
07/01/2001
How Much Money Can I Make?Some franchisors are tight-lipped with this information, but there are ways to figure it out.
06/11/2001
Evaluating a Franchise OpportunityYou need advice, yes--but you need it from the right people.
05/14/2001
Nonnegotiable Franchise AgreementsFranchise agreements set in stone are often the best kind.
04/01/2001
Evaluating New FranchisesProceed with
even more caution.
03/12/2001
Don't Waste Your TimeThe acid test for a good franchise opportunity
02/19/2001
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