Franchise Disclosure Documents
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.
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.
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.
How to Review a Franchise Disclosure Document in Less Than 10 Minutes
Determine if a franchise brand aligns with your goals by using this guide to quickly review critical sections of a franchise disclosure document in 10 minutes or less.
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.
The Key to Understanding a Company's FDD
Thinking of investing? Check out these three critical sections of the franchise disclosure document first.
Do Franchise Owners Have Sales Quotas? The Franchise King Explains.
You may have to hit your numbers.
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.
3 Lessons Learned From a Decade in Franchising
An editor reflects on her 10 years covering the world of franchising.
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.
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.
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.