Franchise Law
Life After Franchising: Trade Secrets, Non-Competes, and More – Part Three
In my last two articles (read part one and part two here), I discussed some concepts related to exiting a…
Read MoreFranchise Facts: Life After Franchising: Trade Secrets, Non-Competes, and More – Part Two
In my last article, I started discussing some concepts related to exiting a franchise system. In this post, I will…
Read MoreFranchise Facts: Life After Franchising – Trade Secrets, Non-Competes, and More | Part One
Getting into a franchise is fairly easy. You sign a long franchise agreement and numerous attachments, and wham – you’re…
Read MoreFranchise Facts: Franchise Fees – I Have to Pay What? | Part 2
In my last post, I discussed several different types of franchise fees, including initial fees, royalty fees, and national brand…
Read MoreFranchise Facts: Franchise Fees – I Have to Pay What? | Part 1
Most new franchisees know that franchisors charge fees for the privilege of buying and owning a franchise. But many do…
Read MoreFranchise Facts: What Franchisees Need to Know About National Accounts
Many franchisors secure “national clients” for their franchisees. These clients typically have a large geographical footprint, which makes service by…
Read MoreFranchise Facts: Reaching a Deal – Letters of Intent
If you are getting close to reaching a deal for a franchise, you may encounter what is known as a…
Read MoreFranchise Facts: Tips for Speaking With Other Franchisees When Doing Your Due Diligence
If you are buying a franchise, be prepared to be inundated with information. Before long, you will be presented with…
Read MoreFranchise Facts: Franchise Locations – Slow Site Selection Can Result in Termination
In my last post, I discussed the levels of franchisor assistance when picking a location. In this post, I will…
Read MoreFranchise Facts: Franchise Locations – Who Decides?
Everyone knows that location is “everything.” The same holds true for franchises. Opening a trampoline park in a retirement community…
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