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10 Steps to Buying the Right Franchise
Franchising is a safe way to start your own business. Just make sure you pick one the makes sense for you.
3 Sources of Franchise Financing
Know how to make sense of the current economy and its impact on franchise funding.
Be a Millionaire Franchisee
How to build your franchise into a big business
Top 10 Reasons for Buying a Franchise
Here's how franchises can offer you a jumpstart toward owning your own business in 2008.
Expensive Mistakes to Avoid as a New Franchisee
Building a business has many hidden costs. But learning from those who've gone the road before you can be a great money-saving tactic.
Buying a B2B Franchise
How to get into the booming business consulting industry
Buying a Franchise Versus a Business Opportunity
How to tell the difference between a franchise and biz opp and determine which is the better fit for you.
Buying a Franchise After 55
Why more people 55 and up are buying franchises. Our expert helps you decide if it’s the right move for you.
Are Bigger Franchises Better?
The pros and cons of buying into a big name franchise system
The 3 Secrets to Franchise Success
Important steps to take before buying a franchise
The Best Franchise Advice You’ll Ever Get
How to get the information you need from your most valuable source: the current franchisees of a system
Maximizing Your Franchise's Profit Potential
7 tips for making the most money possible from your franchise
10 Signs of a Great Franchise
Ways to determine whether your dream franchise will really help you succeed
Buying a Tech Franchise
You don’t need to be a techie to succeed as a tech franchisee.
Adding a Franchise to Your Existing Business
Why more entrepreneurs are choosing to expand their businesses by hooking up with a franchise
From Serving Your Country to Owning a Franchise
How franchising provides assistance to veterans seeking to own their own businesses
Is the Price Right?
How to determine whether a franchise is a good deal or overpriced
Passion Vs. Profits
What's passion got to do with buying a franchise?
Do Ex-Execs Make Good Franchisees?
Turn your recent layoff into an opportunity to succeed.
How to Succeed as the First Franchisee
As the first child of a franchise system, you're the groundbreaker. Here's how to navigate your way through the new system ... and thrive.
Finding a Franchise That'll Support You
Should you expect more support from a large franchise or a small one? We show you how to determine what's best for your needs.
Entrepreneurs as Franchisees
Do entrepreneurs make good franchisees? Our expert offers both the pros and the cons.
Will This Franchise Work In My Area?
Our expert helps you determine whether your dream franchise will succeed in your market.
Buying a Handyman Franchise
How can you tell if you're cut out to be a handyman franchisee? Our franchise expert helps you construct a plan.
Understanding the Franchise Territories Issue
What should you know about protected franchise territories? Our expert provides both sides of this important issue.
Writing the Franchise Business Plan
The 5 main elements every franchise business plan should have
Top 10 Money Questions to Ask Before Buying a Franchise
Want to know how much money it'll take to buy a franchise, where to get the funds and how long it'll take to make a profit? Our expert provides answers.
Buying a Restaurant Franchise
Do you have what it takes to be a successful restaurateur? Our franchise expert offers some words of wisdom.
Ready to Commit?
About to buy a business but intimidated by the franchise license agreement? We explain what to look for before you sign on the dotted line.
Buying a Foreign-Based Franchise
What to know when researching a franchise based outside of the United States.