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Know The Franchise Ownership Costs Before You Leap

From initial investments to royalty fees to legal costs, take stock of these numbers before it's too late.

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I Was a Franchisee And Now I'm a Franchisor. Here's My Parting Advice to New Franchisees.

Step one: Ask yourself what kind of lifestyle you want.

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The Role and Responsibilities of a Franchisee, Defined

The Yin to the Franchisor's Yang, franchisees are essential to the functionality of the business model.

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The Basics of Buying a Franchise

Are you thinking about buying a franchise? We've got all the information you need to help you decide whether franchising is right for you.

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How to Read a Franchise Disclosure Document

A Franchise Disclosure Document, with its piles of legalese, can be daunting. Here's how to read between the lines.

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Drive for Success With the Top 15 Automotive Franchises in 2024

If you dream of running your own auto repair shop, car wash or specialty vehicle service center, buckle up and get ready to explore the top 15 automotive franchises, according to the 2024 Franchise 500 Ranking.

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The Anatomy Of A Franchise Disclosure Document

Here's a break down your most tedious -- and valuable -- franchise research tool so you understand the ins and outs before signing.

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Is Franchising Right For You? Ask Yourself These 9 Questions to Find Out.

Before taking the leap into business ownership, consider these nine crucial factors.

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Want to Know Which Franchise is Right For You? Follow These 4 Essential Steps

With so many franchise opportuntiies out there, learn how to narrow the field of prospective franchises to boost your chances of success.

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Interested in The Franchising Industry? Run Through This Essential Checklist For Aspiring Franchisees Before You Invest.

From financing to legal review, we'll cover all the basics before you officially become a franchisee.

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The Five Must-Have Traits for Franchise Success

To determine if franchising is right for you, start by considering whether you possess any of these 5 key personality traits.

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Location Is Everything — Especially in Franchising. These Are the Territory Rules You Need to Know.

In the franchising world, one of the most significant business model decisions you'll make is whether to buy a location-based brick-and-mortar brand or a service-based brand. Based on this decision, the rules around franchise territories change. Here's what you need to know.

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These Are the Most Diverse and Equitable Franchises in 2024

If you're looking for a diverse franchise family, these brands are a great place to start.

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She Worked Hard to Become An Engineer, and Didn't Want Her Degree to Go to Waste. Then She Found a Franchise That Was the Best of Both Worlds.

Kayla Opperman was the first Snapology franchisee in Colorado, and now she owns five locations.

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I've Seen How Reckless Franchisors Can Ruin People's Lives. Here's How the Best Franchises Grow, Find the Right Franchisees, and Thrive Together

These are the four principles of what I call "Responsible Franchising." If you follow them, everyone wins — and can make a lot of money too.