FAQ about Franchising

Can a franchise help you achieve better work/life balance? Here are three ways it could assist you in the quest for that ever-elusive goal.

You might be wondering what kinds of franchises can you work from at home? If that's the case, start with these four categories in your franchise search.

Here are three of the top myths about franchising debunked to keep you well-informed and in-the-know as you decide whether this business model is right for you.

The first year of owning a franchise looks different than the rest. Here is an overview of what to expect.

While they are similar, and have many overlapping features, business opportunities and franchises have distinct differences that should be acknowledged before an entrepreneur signs on the dotted line to proceed with either.

With the notion of recession all around, it doesn’t hurt to know how franchising -- and which franchise industries -- tend to do well when the economic environment turns a little adverse.

When buying into a franchise, franchisees acquire the rights to use the franchisor's already established business system. Trademarks and branding are highlights of the system. But what are they?

In franchising, career development tends to be a little different than with traditional job searches. Specifically, you do not need industry-specific experience to open a franchise.

Choosing between opening a start-up vs. buying a franchise can be a daunting decision, and very dependent upon your individual circumstances. So, let’s look at the benefits and challenges that come with both options.

Many aspects of the franchisor-franchisee relationship are not flexible, as the established business model of a particular franchise is a hallmark of the arrangement. However, there are some parts of the franchise agreement that can be negotiated for your individual situation.