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Buying a new, unproven franchise can be a high-risk venture. Professional advice can help minimize the gamble
Independent franchisee associations are leading the charge for more fairness in the fast-food industry
A local forklift dealership brings Mitsubishi and Caterpillar to court and wins a decision that may roil the franchising world
One family-run hotel went independent after flying the Best Western flag while another upgraded its chain status. Here's a look at both decisions
These businesses now employ 18 million doing everything from plant care to elderly care, and appeal to financiers and average Janes alike
When the economy slumps, franchising tends to become more popular. Here's what to know about the industry before buying in
Slide Show: Franchising Experts Weigh In
New franchise operators struggle to compete with scads of chains. Peter Taunton set his fitness franchise apart with an unusual fee structure
A microloan could be the answer for borrowers who have been turned down by traditional banks
Slide Show: What It Costs to Buy a Franchise
The Canadian frozen yogurt franchisor is focusing its pitch on existing independent business owners or franchisees in struggling chains
Some franchisers experiment giving franchisees discretion over elements of their business. Great Harvest made the idea central to its model
