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The Complete Guide to Franchises

AllBusiness.com

You can lose the right to your franchise if you don't comply with the contract, and you won't have a right to renew unless the franchisor gives you that right. Due diligence and legal review of the Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) and franchise agreement are essential to avoid costly surprises.

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Valuing a UK-based franchise resale

Elite Franchise Magazine

It is a well-regarded way to value franchises in competitive, well-documented sectors. Top Tip: Ask the franchisor if they can provide historical sale data or average resale prices. How well does the franchisor support its franchisees? Are operational processes documented? Is the brand growing or stagnating?

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Exit Planning: Building Your Franchise for a Successful Future Sale

Spring Green Blog

You’ll Run a Better Business Today The steps that make a business more sellable—documented processes, strong management teams, and steady profits—also make it more enjoyable and profitable to run right now. While your franchisor might provide some guidance, an independent business appraiser can give you the most objective assessment.

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Exit Planning: Building Your Franchise for a Successful Future Sale

Spring Green Blog

You’ll Run a Better Business Today The steps that make a business more sellable—documented processes, strong management teams, and steady profits—also make it more enjoyable and profitable to run right now. While your franchisor might provide some guidance, an independent business appraiser can give you the most objective assessment.

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What Is a Home Care Franchise? How It Works & Why It’s a Smart Business Opportunity

Caring Franchise

A franchise is a business structure where an individual (the franchisee) pays for the right to operate a business using the branding, systems, and support of an established company (the franchisor). Based on the franchisor’s proven business model, franchisee provides non-medical care services to seniors. No problem.

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Choosing the Right Franchise: A Step-by-Step Guide for Prospective Entrepreneurs

Franchise Journal

Step 4: Franchise Legalities: Understanding the Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) Requesting and Reviewing FDD: Once you've shortlisted potential franchises, request the Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) from each franchisor. Consult with a franchise attorney to thoroughly review the FDD.

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What Support Can You Expect from a Franchisor?

MSA Worldwide

Franchisor support for franchisees varies, and is based on contract. By Michael Seid, Managing Director, MSA Worldwide Remember – It’s a Contract Prospective franchisees need to understand two basic concepts about the support they should expect to receive from franchisors. Support Varies.