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How Long Does it Take to Franchise Your Business?

MSA Worldwide

Since your franchisee has not yet opened their business to serve customers, you are not there yet: If your concept requires the franchisee to find an appropriate location and develop it to your specifications, you can expect, on average, that their location will be ready to open in approximately 180 to 210 days.

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Top Ten Reasons to Invest in a Franchise

MSA Worldwide

The Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) will provide you with the contact information of current and former franchisees, and that gives you the opportunity to test the franchisor’s proven system claims by speaking directly to those current and past franchisees.