As a franchise business owner, you naturally want to do what you can to avoid getting into disputes. But despite your best effort, this may still happen. What can you do if you get into an argument or disagreement with the franchisor? Fortunately, litigation is not...
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Your responsibilities when your business partner dies or quits
It’s a simple fact that franchise business partners owe fiduciary duties to each other. You share in the profits of your business as well as the risks and liability, and you make important decisions together. If your partner passes away, or if they decide to leave the...
Do you know your rights as a business tenant?
You found an ideal physical location for your franchise business. As a first-time business owner, you must understand the differences between residential tenant rights and business tenant rights. It's important to know when you must handle a situation alone and when...
The pros and cons of buying a franchise
Many prominent businesses started with an idea that eventually became a thriving enterprise with multiple locations. However, taking that initial risk and build from the ground up is also fraught with pitfalls. After countless “trials” and errors” in their operations,...
Avoiding mistakes in selecting your franchise location
Finding the right location is paramount when it comes to any type of “brick and mortar” franchise business. It is one of the most critical decisions a franchisee can make. However, in searching for the ideal place or places, mistakes are easily made. Know your history...
Looking back at McDonald’s down under
Franchising provides opportunities for entrepreneurs not only in the United States but also throughout the world. McDonald’s resides in the “gold standard” category for entrepreneurs nationally and internationally. Australia is about to mark an important milestone,...
3 common pitfalls to avoid when buying a franchise
Franchising allows an individual to expand his or her entrepreneurial experience without starting a new organization from the ground up. Buying into a business with an established brand and refined processes might seem like an easier path, but it comes with its own...
Exploring the option of franchising
While franchising provides multiple benefits for prospective business owners, the business model is not for everyone. Budding entrepreneurs are encouraged to do a deeper dive to see if purchasing a franchise is a good fit for them. Financial opportunities are...
The ever-growing popularity of franchises
Launching a business represents risk. Entrepreneurs are putting significant amounts of money on the line. Add to that the traditional ups and downs in the economy. One minute, the market is booming. The next minute, a recession hits. Nothing impacted businesses...
The risk of cost-cutting early in franchise ownership
Entrepreneurs who pursue the route of franchising and secure their own operations have a decided advantage over those who chose to establish their businesses from the ground up. The model itself is attractive to any up-and-coming owner looking for a leg up in highly...