Franchises are business structures in which an investor buys the right to use an operational model. Advantages are being able to join an established business with a small investment, and receiving ...

There is a widespread assumption that brand franchise agreements are not negotiable. This assumption is so prevalent that many real estate investors will devote substantial effort to negotiating the ...

Franchise agreements are regulated by the U.S. Federal Trade Commission (FTC) as well as by various state agencies. State laws differ from state to state to the extent that even how a franchise is ...

A franchise agreement isn’t a legal hurdle — it’s a forecast of how the system will truly operate. Reading the agreement strategically exposes future control, economics and franchisor maturity. Early ...

We, Megan Center and Alex Radus, recently gave a presentation at the International Franchise Expo in New York City on the “Top Ten Provisions to ‘Never’ Negotiate in a Franchise Agreement” and want to ...

A pedal-powered pub tour could soon be rolling through downtown after City Council approved the first reading of a franchise ...

Sparkle Grooming, a dog care brand, is continuing its plans for development in Florida with a 29-unit agreement for the ...

Legislatures are not pleased. Franchisors are accused of overreaching with employment restrictions. New governmental intervention into the franchise relationship requires companies to perform high ...

Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. In addition, a copy of the franchise agreement and an explanation of its more pertinent provisions are also required. Related: The Pros ...

Early in my career, I sat across the table from a first-time master franchise buyer who was a bit overwhelmed with the new business venture he was about to enter. The agreement in front of him was ...