Buying a Franchise
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.
Franchise Disclosure Documents
Buying a Franchise
How to Review a Franchise Disclosure Document in Less Than 10 Minutes
By Ryan Zink
Business News
Do Franchise Owners Have Sales Quotas? The Franchise King Explains.
You may have to hit your numbers.
By Joel Libava
Building a Business
Franchisees Sue Papa Murphy’s as Pizza Chain Prepares for IPO
More than 20 franchisees have accused Papa Murphy's of failing to release necessary information in franchise disclosure documents.
By Kate Taylor
Building a Business
3 Lessons Learned From a Decade in Franchising
An editor reflects on her 10 years covering the world of franchising.
Building a Business
The Key to Understanding a Company’s FDD
Thinking of investing? Check out these three critical sections of the franchise disclosure document first.
Buying a Franchise
What to Consider Before Buying a Franchise
Franchise ownership isn't for everyone, nor is every opportunity a gold mine. Here's a shortlist of what you need to know.
Building a Business
I’m a Franchise Consultant — These Are The 5 Franchise Warning Signs To Look Out For
What to look out for when researching a franchise opportunity.
By Joe Mathews
Buying a Franchise
Five Questions to Ask Franchisees Before You Become One
When researching a franchise purchase, don't overlook your best source of information: current and former franchisees.
By Jeff Elgin
Building a Business
Will I Make Money As a Franchisee?
You can't always bet on a franchise success, but you can put the odds in your favor.