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Why a Strong Chief Financial Officer Is Crucial for Your Franchise — and What to Look for When Hiring One

A successful private equity transaction for your franchise business means bringing on the right strategic thought partner.

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The Real Cost of Franchising Your Business

Franchising can be a low-cost way to expand your brand — but it's not no cost. Here's what to keep in mind.

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How to Evaluate Whether a Franchise Opportunity is Right for You

Buying a franchise is a significant investment, so don't rush the process.

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How to go From Aspiring Entrepreneur to Successful Franchisee in 9 Steps

Ready to become a franchise owner? Use this checklist to get started.

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Your Guide to Financing, Planning and Launching Your Franchise

Whether you're a first-time entrepreneur or a seasoned business owner, here's what the process will look like.

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This Founder Created a Billion-Dollar Fitness Brand Using Communication, Teamwork, and Community. Here are His Secrets to Building a Franchise That Stands Out

Opening up a franchise? Orangetheory's founder explains four steps to help differentiate yourself in a saturated market.

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How to Write a Business Plan for Your Franchise

This vital step can make the difference between success or failure in the franchise world.

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Want Your Boss's Job? Here's How 8 Employees Became Franchisees.

You can learn a lot from their journeys up the ladder.

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The Top 150 New and Emerging Franchise Brands of 2023

These brands are fresh, new, innovative, and looking for forward-thinkers just like you.

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These Are the Top 200 Global Franchise Brands in 2023

Want to go international? Here are the brands worth buying into right now.

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What Is Franchisor Financing? Here's Everything You Need to Know.

You've finally found the right franchise — so now it's time to ask yourself: How are you going to pay for it?

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19 Franchise Trade Shows That You Don't Want To Miss

The top conventions, expos and conference events in the franchise world.

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Go Beyond the Interview: How to Get a True Feel for a Franchise

Don't buy a franchise without ticking off every item on this list.

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The 9 Provisions Every Franchise Agreement Needs to Have — and What They Mean

Keep an eye out for the following provisions as you analyze a franchise agreement.

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7 Tips for Aspiring Franchisees from Some of the World's Most Successful Franchisors

"If you partner with a trusted brand, there's no limit to how far you can go."