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Archive for 2009/02


Confidential Operations Manuals and Franchising

As a franchise buyer there is no doubt you’ve read all the Franchisor’s Brochures, been through their website, and indeed, looked at your share of FDDs or Franchise Disclosure Documents. Have you noticed the intense use of the concept of Confidential Operations Manuals? Do you know why this is?
Well, it’s because the Franchisor has a […]

A Look at One of the Top Tax and Finance Service Franchises

In the midst of a recession when you lose your job or think you might be on the verge of getting a pink slip, you might have a thought about being self-employed. Some folks are so inclined to act on such thoughts, but what type of business would you start and how do you know […]

A New Wave of Franchising - Unique, Innovative Restaurant Concepts

Franchising is definitely the safest way to start a business. The franchiser (franchise company) has already gone through the trials and tribulations of perfecting a business system for others to follow. Starting out with initial training, franchisees may spend up to two or three weeks in a classroom and then a similar period at an […]