Column Archive
Will My Credit History Hurt My Chances of Getting a Franchise?
Poor credit may be a challenge when investigating franchises, but it shouldn't deter you.
11/24/2003
How to Make a Franchise Partnership Work
Partnerships are always a challenge, but creating a franchise ownership partnership has its own unique issues.
10/27/2003
What a Franchisor Wants
You're not the only one making a list and checking it twice. We reveal the 4 things most franchisors are looking for when evaluating you.
09/23/2003
Secrets to Avoiding Employee Hassles in Your Franchise
Want a franchise, but afraid of the pain of dealing with employees? Follow these three tips to minimize employee problems.
08/25/2003
Buying an Existing Franchise, Part 2
How to get the right price on a "used" franchise.
07/28/2003
Buying an Existing Franchise, Part 1
What you need to know when you plan to buy a "used" franchise instead of a new one.
06/01/2003
Turnkey Franchises
Unlocking the truth of turnkey packages
05/12/2003
Top 5 Characteristics of Successful Franchisees
Do you have what it takes?
04/14/2003
Choosing a Franchise Attorney
How and when to select an attorney to review your franchise agreement
03/10/2003
Why Franchises Fail
How to avoid buying into a franchise company that might go under
02/10/2003
Why Do Franchisees Sue?
Our expert explains what you need to know to avoid the trap of franchise litigation.
01/13/2003
Regional vs. National Franchise Systems
How to decide which is best for you
12/01/2002
Negotiating Your Franchise Agreement
How to master the art of negotiating with your franchisor … or at least understand why negotiating isn't always to your benefit.
11/11/2002
How the Government Protects Franchisees
You're not completely on your own while searching for a legitimate franchise. Certain regulations ensure franchisees' interests are protected.
10/14/2002
Choosing a Legal Form for Your Franchise
Sole proprietorship, corporation, LLC...know the option that's best for you before you buy a franchise.
09/01/2002
When Is a Franchise Market Too Saturated?
Franchisees and franchisors have different ideas about market saturation.
06/10/2002
Obtaining Financial Results From Franchises
It's smart to investigate the average financial returns on franchise investments. But how do you find the numbers?
05/13/2002
Franchise Investment vs. Return
Figuring the ROI on a franchise opportunity isn't as easy as it sounds.
04/01/2002
Mandatory Marketing Programs
Franchisors say you have to pay marketing fees. But where is your money going?
03/11/2002
Franchising: What You're Actually "Buying"
And what happens when the contract runs out
02/11/2002
Franchise Terminology
Get a handle on the terms before you invest in any opportunity.
01/14/2002
What to Expect From a Franchisor
From training to marketing, here's a list of the assistance and support you should receive from a franchisor.
12/10/2001
Finding Franchise Financing
All you have to do is go to the bank, right? Wrong. First you must explore all your financing options.
11/12/2001
Franchise Advisory Boards: The Advantages
Why their existence bodes well for a franchise system
10/01/2001
Franchise Startup Costs
What do all those terms in the UFOC mean?
09/10/2001
Weighing Protected Territory Options
Bigger isn't necessarily better.
08/13/2001
Is That Franchise a Good Opportunity?
We can't say, but we'll tell you how to figure it out.
07/01/2001
How Much Money Can I Make?
Some franchisors are tight-lipped with this information, but there are ways to figure it out.
06/11/2001
Evaluating a Franchise Opportunity
You need advice, yes--but you need it from the right people.
05/14/2001
Nonnegotiable Franchise Agreements
Franchise agreements set in stone are often the best kind.
04/01/2001
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