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10 Things About Franchise Contracts- Part 2
Part two in the series of understanding the ins and outs of a franchise agreement contract, and how to protect yourself.

6 Ways to Save Your Shirt
Should you decide to skip an attorney, this excerpt will provide invaluable assistance to achieve successful business contracts.

The Law of Contracting Electronically
Is your agreement through e-mail legally binding? Find out what kind of online communication constitutes a legal contract.

Secrets to a Successful Business Contract
Learn how correctly using names in a contract can help financially protect you and your company.

Putting Your Oral Agreement in Writing
A reliance letter can put teeth in an oral agreement.

Playing the Fool?
Wise up by avoiding these 5 negotiating mistakes.

Do Non-Compete Agreements Work?
Protect yourself against competition from ex-workers.

Two's Company
Partnering up? Know what you're getting into first.

Outgunned?
How to contend with a more experienced opponent

Get the Dirt
Be on the lookout for these sleazy negotiation tactics.

Right On Time
Use the art of timing to your advantage in negotiations.

Great Debate
How to disagree without being disagreeable

Without a Sign
Don't get roped into a deal before you know it.

Shark Repellent
Keep bullies at bay with these negotiating tips.

Take It or Leave It
Laying down a final offer can get you what you want.

There for you
Getting help from a professional negotiator

Making a List
An agenda lets you negotiate with confidence.

Who's Gonna Pay Your Legal Fees?
When writing contracts, follow these tips for determining who should be responsible for legal fees.

You First
An opening move may make or break a deal--so step lightly.

Turbo-Charge Your Contracts
Smart tips for boosting the performance of your legal documents

Say What?
Decipher common contract legalese.

Avoiding Contract Disputes
Notarizing signatures is one way to protect your business when contracts are involved.

Just Zip It
A confidentiality agreement can give you the upper hand.

Speak Up
Hate to negotiate? That's still no excuse to avoid learning this skill.

Keep 'Em Coming
A deal that goes smoothly just might lead to future opportunities. Here's how to pave the way.

Letting a New Partner "Earn" Their Way In
How to set up an earn-in agreement to the benefit of both you and your co-owner

Word Games
Beware of ambiguous language in your contracts, and you'll avoid the headache of court battles.

It's All Talk
You don't have to tear your hair out every time you read a contract that's chock-full of legalese.

When Good Partnerships Go Bad
Don't think it can't happen to you. Prepare for the worst before you partner up, and you'll thank yourself later.

Equipment Leases: When Can You Get Out of Them?
What you need to know about contract law and how it applies to your leased office equipment

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