Franchise How-To

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Prioritizing These Key Variables When Picking a Franchise Could be the Difference Between Success and Failure

How knowing your strengths — and weaknesses — can make or break your business before you even buy your franchise.

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Don't Make These 5 Risky Franchise Ownership Mistakes

Skip these first-timer errors to avoid a franchise fiasco.

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Franchise Legalese Defined — A Deep Dive Into Franchising Definitions

Before you can decide if you should franchise, find out exactly what you're getting yourself into.

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Your Ultimate Research Guide to the Crucial Steps Before Buying a Franchise

If you're thinking about becoming a franchisee, find out what you're getting yourself into by reviewing this quick guide.

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The 19 Covenants of a Standard Franchise Agreement

A quick look at the promises, rights or duties that the franchisee or franchisor owes to the other.

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Franchise Your Business in 7 Steps

A guide for becoming a successful new franchisor

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Become a Franchise Owner in 5 Easy Steps

To start out, do your homework.

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What Franchises Need From an Accountant

Keep this checklist in mind as you find someone to manage your books.

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What Franchises Should Know Before Hiring a PR Firm

Franchisors and franchisees alike can benefit from a talented PR firm that can get the attention of new customers. Here's how to find a match.

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5 Ways a Franchise Can Grow Fast

Learn from the ways these franchises boosted their bottom lines.

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What Should Franchises Look for in a Law Firm?

Whether you're a franchisor or a franchisee, follow these experts' words of advice.

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How to Find the Best CRM for Your Franchise

Find the software that will keep you -- and your customers -- happy.

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How to Find the Right Payment System

In a mobile economy, being able to simply process credit cards is no longer enough. Here's what to look for as you search for a payment-system provider.

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What Franchises Should Look For In a Marketing Firm

Reaching customers (and potential franchisees) is part art, part science. Three industry vets offer advice on finding a marketing and social media firm that strikes the right balance.

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What Franchises Should Look for In a Bank

Industry vets offer up advice on finding the financial and lending partner that works for your business.