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Thinking of investing? Check out these three critical sections of the franchise disclosure document first.

The companies in our Franchise 500 are showing dramatic gains. Here are the sectors that are leading the charge.

Around 64,000 veterans started careers in franchising in recent years. That's due in no small part to franchisors ramping up their efforts to recruit veterans, who many consider ideal franchisees thanks to their training and experience working within a disciplined system.

Ready to be your own boss? Check out our list of available franchises and business opportunities.

The cruise industry is awash in bad publicity. But franchisees have the resources needed to weather the storm.

You don't have to break the bank to get started in franchising. Check out our list of the top businesses you can launch for less than $50,000.

Our top global franchises are primed for growth.

Restaurants or other food-related businesses represent a large portion of our franchise 500 ranking. Here is a list of the 122 food-related companies by category.

From old standards like hamburgers and fitness to up-and-coming categories like children's entertainment, these 10 industries are attracting new entrepreneurs and consumers.

Our list of the franchises that are best in class.

These small franchises with distinctive concepts show signs of growth.

The video game of the future just might remind you of toys of the past. Sifteo cubes give tactile appeal to technology.

Franchise opportunities in almost every industry imaginable, from automotive services to food to senior care -- and all of them can be started for less $50,000.

Want a business you can feel comfortable with, minus the cost of a storefront or office? These franchises may be just what you're looking for.

Before you look into the benefits of opening your own franchise, it helps to know the terminology. We put together this cheat sheet of the most common -- and most important -- words you'll need to understand.

A variety of fresh concepts are livening up franchising.

Quick-serve, senior-care and cleaning firms dominate our list of the fastest-growing franchises.

What's in a name? When it comes to franchising, a lot of goofy stuff.

The franchise industry is cautiously optimistic about the year ahead after a 2012 that saw growth for the first time since 2008.

Companies that target specific populations are a major force in the franchising upswing.

Just Between Friends clothing store franchise grows from filling needs for family and friends.

At the recent West Coast Franchise Expo, we talked to new franchises whose products and services range from sweet potato fries to temporary body art. Here are 10 to watch.

Before you investigate opening a franchise, you'll need to know the lingo. We put together this cheat sheet of the most common -- and most important -- industry terms.

Startup information of 704 franchises and non-franchise business opportunities.

Our list of top global franchises knows no borders

Diana Nelson of Kazoo Toys has an unusual way of fielding franchise applicants. Why it pays to be so picky.

Decades-old companies decide to give franchising a go.

From child care, healthcare, senior care and more, this sector of the franchise industry is thriving.

Here today, gone tomorrow? If the industry you're looking at fits the definition of 'trendy,' it's probably a good idea to look elsewhere.

Sure, a high-flying company seems like a great investment . . . until it's not. Here's how to avoid buying into a company that's ill-prepared for rapid growth.