Understanding franchise competition is pivotal for both franchisors and franchisees for several reasons. Firstly, it helps in developing a robust business strategy. By analyzing competitors, a ...

What follows is a practical, real-world playbook for first-time buyers, one that focuses on clarity before commitment, ...

To put it in the starkest terms possible, when evaluating a franchise opportunity, nothing is more important than your review and understanding of a brand's franchise disclosure document (FDD). First ...

In this section, you’ll learn how to protect yourself when purchasing a franchise by following critical steps in financial planning, legal preparation, and operational diligence. Protecting yourself ...

Franchising in America is getting a facelift, and it is happening one state at a time. For years, franchising followed a predictable federal roadmap under the Federal Trade Commission’s (FTC) ...

Franchise ownership is a compelling path to business ownership, especially for investors and professionals who want to build wealth without reinventing the wheel. But here’s the truth: Not everyone is ...

Franchises with initial investment costs under $100,000 continue to grow, according to the International Franchise Association, with mobile and home-based businesses among the most popular models. But ...