Jeff Elgin
Bio
Jeff Elgin has almost 20 years of experience franchising, both as a franchisee and a senior franchise company executive. He's currently the CEO of FranChoice Inc., a company that provides free consulting to consumers looking for a franchise that best meets their needs.
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Here's a break down your most tedious -- and valuable -- franchise research tool so you understand the ins and outs before signing.
8 Traits of Successful Franchisees
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Successful in Pizza? How About Oil Changes
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The Danger of Being Franchisee No. 1
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If your business hits a rough patch, you should be able to turn to your franchisor for assistance. Here's what you can expect to receive.
Friendly's Bankruptcy: A Lesson for Any Franchisee
Our franchise columnist looks at what happens to any franchise operator when a parent company files for bankruptcy protection.
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