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Understanding the Financial Side of Franchising: What You Need to Know

The Franchise Consulting Company

Marketing and Advertising Costs: Many franchise systems require franchisees to contribute to a national or regional marketing fund. You may also need to invest in local marketing efforts to help attract customers to your specific location.

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Shopping for a Franchise? What to Look for in Franchise Training

MSA Worldwide

Following are the essentials to look for when researching the franchise that’s right for you: Training Manuals Whether you’re frying chicken, selling financial products, or providing home services, training manuals hold the “secret sauce” for success in a franchise. These manuals will certainly be proprietary.