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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.
The 3 Secrets to Franchise Success
Important steps to take before buying a franchise
Maximizing Your Franchise's Profit Potential
7 tips for making the most money possible from your franchise
Adding a Franchise to Your Existing Business
Why more entrepreneurs are choosing to expand their businesses by hooking up with a franchise
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.
Will This Franchise Work In My Area?
Our expert helps you determine whether your dream franchise will succeed in your market.
Buying a Restaurant Franchise
Do you have what it takes to be a successful restaurateur? Our franchise expert offers some words of wisdom.
Buying a Foreign-Based Franchise
What to know when researching a franchise based outside of the United States.
Interviewing Existing Franchisees
When investigating a franchise, don't forget to speak with franchisees already in the system to get the real scoop.
Finance Your Franchise
This is it. You're ready to begin your franchise dream. Only one thing is left: Finding the money you need.
Interview Both Sides of the Franchise Equation
You've researched your franchise choice on paper. Now get some real world information by talking to the franchisor and visiting current franchises.
Navigate the Paper Trail
You've found the franchise of your dreams. Now the real work begins. Find out what the UFOC, financial statements and franchise agreement really mean.
Begin Your Search
Start your journey to franchise ownership by assessing your needs and exploring your options through research and a visit to a franchise trade show.
Franchise Basics
Are you thinking about buying a franchise? We've got all the information you need to help you decide whether franchising is right for you.



Recent Articles & Resources
We've gathered content from some of the best resources on the web. Find tips to help you run a successful business with this collection of videos, articles, expert blogs, and more.
Why Time is More Valuable Than Money
By Norm Brodsky I see a lot of people who are starting out on their first venture, and they all have the same obsession: money. They want to know how

Marketing and promotion
Nancy Meyers talks about how leveraging new mediums and taking innovative approaches are often necessary to the successful marketing and promotion of

Building and maximizing your network
Use this worksheet to identify the people you want to connect with, where and how to find them and how to make sure you’re spending your valuable

Assessing customer profitability
It’s a standard business adage that it is easier (and less expensive) to sell to a current customer than to acquire a new one. Determining which of

Pitching your business
Whether you are making a sales presentation, seeking financing, networking at an event, or even just chatting with a neighbor, you need to have your
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