Franchise How-To
Your Ultimate Research Guide to the Crucial Steps Before Buying a Franchise
If you're thinking about becoming a franchisee, find out what you're getting yourself into by reviewing this quick guide.
The 19 Covenants of a Standard Franchise Agreement
A quick look at the promises, rights or duties that the franchisee or franchisor owes to the other.
What Franchises Need From an Accountant
Keep this checklist in mind as you find someone to manage your books.
What Franchises Should Know Before Hiring a PR Firm
Franchisors and franchisees alike can benefit from a talented PR firm that can get the attention of new customers. Here's how to find a match.
5 Ways a Franchise Can Grow Fast
Learn from the ways these franchises boosted their bottom lines.
What Should Franchises Look for in a Law Firm?
Whether you're a franchisor or a franchisee, follow these experts' words of advice.
How to Find the Best CRM for Your Franchise
Find the software that will keep you -- and your customers -- happy.
How to Find the Right Payment System
In a mobile economy, being able to simply process credit cards is no longer enough. Here's what to look for as you search for a payment-system provider.
What Franchises Should Look For In a Marketing Firm
Reaching customers (and potential franchisees) is part art, part science. Three industry vets offer advice on finding a marketing and social media firm that strikes the right balance.
What Franchises Should Look for In a Bank
Industry vets offer up advice on finding the financial and lending partner that works for your business.
Why These 3 Advisors Paid to Say 'No' Are Your Best Allies When Buying a Franchise
Talk to these three people -- who are more likely to tell you 'no' -- before handing over your hard-earned cash for a franchise business.
23 Questions to Ask a Franchisor When You Meet Face to Face
Navigate 'discovery day' with this list of questions that will make sure you learn all the essential information you need before you shake hands.
How to Vet Franchisors and Predict Your ROI on a Franchise Business
If you pay peanuts, you may get monkeys. Learn where to dig and why so you can outweigh costs with benefits and find the best franchise opportunity for you