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The truth you need to know before you buy a franchise

This straight-shooting franchise guide goes beyond the “how-to” to teach you what to expect when starting a franchise Real-life stories from the trenches illustrate to you how to cope with the difficulties a franchise presents. Smart Franchising reveals the personality types most likely to succeed at franchising and warns you about the character traits that may increase the risk of failure. Plus, it offers an in-depth look at what happens during the research and investigation of a franchise, something glossed over in most franchise books.

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If you want to own your business but don’t want to start from scratch, maybe buying into a franchise is the right choice for you! Franchising can be a great way to get started in small business without taking the huge risk of founding and building a company on your own. But before you jump in there’s plenty you need to know in order to make sure you do it right.

Franchising For Dummies, Second Edition gives you all the inside insight and smart advice to make sure you pick the right investment opportunity and make the most of it. Written by one of the nation’s leading franchise consultants and by the late Dave Thomas, founder of Wendy’s International, this fun, friendly guide is packed with guidance from top industry professionals. Packed with practical resources you need to succeed, this handy guide will help you:

• Pick the perfect franchise opportunity for you
• Find an ideal location
• Raise the capital you need to launch your franchise
• Manage daily business operations
• Understand complex legal issues
• Work and communicate with your franchisor and other franchisees
• Read and understand a Uniform Franchise Offering Circular
• Expand your business and buy new franchises

Full of handy resources—including sample forms and agreements and a listing of available government resources—Franchising For Dummies, Second Edition is a great way to discover a great franchising opportunity, get started, and achieve your dream of small business success and independence.

Note: CD-ROM/DVD and other supplementary materials are not included as part of eBook file..
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For well over a decade, Franchising & Licensing has been the standard reference for industry executives, consultants, and academics Covering every aspect of these complex but highly profitable business strategies, the new third edition is applicable to domestic and international franchising initiatives alike. Every chapter has been brought up to the minute, with timely and detailed information on subjects such as:

* creating market-responsive sales, marketing, and globalization strategies * raising capital, structuring agreements, and protecting intellectual property * meeting regulatory, legal, and employment standards * establishing quality control and compliance measures * assessing opportunities for mergers & acquisitions, joint ventures, and other alternatives to franchising

Filled with illuminating examples, stories from the field, and dozens of forms for drafting franchising agreements and licensing programs, Franchising & Licensing remains the definitive resource for corporations in a myriad of industries..
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Franchising: Pathway to Wealth Creation is franchising as true entrepreneurship, for every potential franchisor and franchisee ready to generate large-scale wealth. Authors include the entrepreneur who built the world’s largest system of Jiffy Lube franchises, the executive who grew Dunkin’ Donuts by 1,000%, and the franchising expert at the world’s #1 franchise bank lender. This remarkable team covers every step from assessment through cashing out, every element of the product/service delivery system, and every facet of the franchisee/franchisor relationship.

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This new, definitive guide provides clear, concise explanations of the issuesinvolved in finding, buying and ultimately operating and growing a successfulfranchise business..
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Let a franchising guru show you how it's done.

A multimillionaire who built Action International up from a home-based operation to the 16th fastest growing franchise in the world in just twelve years, with nearly 1,000 franchises worldwide, Brad Sugars is one of the most successful franchising experts in the world. With the help of real-life examples, including KFC, Subway, and Howard Johnson's, Sugars arms you with powerful information you can put into action-immediately. You'll discover:

• Everything you need to know about buying a franchise
• How to franchise your own business
• The pros and cons of franchising versus licensing
• Insider tips for selling a franchise

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Helping ambitious entrepreneurs fulfill their dreams.

For the last 35 years, franchising has created more small business jobs than any other economic engine in the world. Now, one of the industry’s foremost authorities reveals everything aspiring entrepreneurs need to know in order to profit from this growing industry, including how franchising works, how to select a specific franchise, how to get financing, how to become a franchiser, and much, much more.

• Franchising in America is approaching a trillion dollar business, with nearly one half of every retail dollar spent in a franchise store
• Industry continues to experience double-digit growth year after year
• There are approximately 1,500 franchisers that are responsible for nearly 400,000 sites that employ 8 million people and create 170,000 new jobs a year
• The pool of potential franchisees is unlimited
• Author is one of the top names in franchising
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The inside scoop... for when you want more than the official line!



So you dream of escaping the 9-to-5 rat race, starting your own business, and becoming your own boss, but you don't have a clue where to start. Opening a franchise-based business can lower your start-up costs and reduce the time, hassle, and risk associated with getting a new business operational. A franchise offers training, support, a proven business model, and the closest thing possible to a turnkey solution for achieving success. There are more than 3,000 different franchise opportunities in more than seventy-five industries, including packaging and shipping, tax preparation, maid service, fitness, car care, and more. Featuring exclusive, in-depth interviews with a wide range of franchising experts, this book gives you a first-hand perspective plus valuable tips and strategies for success. It provides the guidance you need to choose the right franchise, select a prime location, market your business, and get it up and running efficiently. You'll learn all about financing, essential business skills, hiring and managing employees, working with suppliers, and even preparing for your grand opening. This guide includes:

Vital Information on things to look for when evaluating franchise opportunities--and where to look

Insider Secrets from successful franchisors, franchisees, and franchise consultants

Money-Saving Techniques such as using a franchise attorney to help you review the UFOC (Uniform Franchise Offering Circular) and finalize your Franchise Agreement

The Scoop on the latest trends, plus profiles of the top twenty-five franchises in America

Handy Worksheets to help you examine your goals and opportunities, evaluate financing options, develop a realistic business plan, and more.
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This book is written to offer would-be Franchisors the virtual experience and benefit of personally speaking with an expert Franchise Consultant about franchising their business. It provides straight-talk advice concerning every business and personal consideration which needs to be contemplated when deciding whether to franchise a business including: Whether your business is ready to franchise, Options for expanding your business, What to expect as a Franchisor, Introduction to the franchise development process, Branding and marketing for Franchisors, Other factors that impact your chances for success, Choosing a Franchise Developer, Sample Uniform Franchise Offering Circular (UFOC) and more. Ralph Massetti is President & CEO of The Franchise Builders, a franchise consulting, development, marketing and technology firm. He also holds a Bachelors and Master Degree in Business Administration, and is a candidate for the prestigious Certified Franchise Executive (CFE) designation..
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