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The State of Franchising
The economic slowdown is hitting all facets and sectors of the business community, including those involved in franchising. Dina Dwyer-Owens is a successfull franchisor as head of The Dwyer Group. She is also the incoming Chairwoman of the International Franchise Association. Dwyer explains why she is convinced Franchisees have a leg up on the competition in an economic slowdown.

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Should You Buy a Food Franchise?
If you’re thinking about buying a franchise, chances are you’ve considered one of any number of food franchises, and for good reason. Fast food franchises have changed the way America eats and are among the oldest and biggest franchises in the U.S. But are you aware that food franchises can also be among the most challenging businesses to run? Before you invest too much time looking at which food franchise to buy, take time to weigh the advantages and disadvantages of owning a food franchise to determine if you have what it takes to be successful in this business.
How to assess a franchise?
Buying a franchise is like buying any business: you must do your homework. Franchises are not always what they seem. All franchisors begin by sending you an information pack. This pack should set out all the major features of the franchise, and should be carefully read before any meeting is arranged.
Key Steps to Buying a Retail Franchise
Considering that sales from franchises account for billions of dollars in revenue every year, buying a franchise is statistically the safest way to own a business – provided you choose the right franchise.

5 Myths About Buying A Vending Franchise Business
Many people enter into business opportunities, clinging to their pre-conceived notions, and this is especially true when it comes to vending machine franchises. Whether the thought is, "you can’t make very much money when it’s only a quarter at a time" or "there are already too many vending machines for a new one to make a profit," the truth about vending franchises may surprise you. To that end, here are five myths about buying a vending franchise business and plenty of data and evidence why there is very little truth, if any, behind them.

Why Feature-Selling Fails
When customers buy your product or service, what exactly are they buying? Are they buying the features that you offer, or are they buying something else, something you may never have mentioned in any of your marketing and advertising material?
ADVANTAGES TO AREA DEVELOPMENT OPPORTUNITIES
When considering buying a franchise, there are single unit franchises and area development territories. The articles explains the differences.
Franchise Sales in the First Year
Franchisors should carefully consider how and where they are going to sell franchises in the first year that they offer franchises.
Buying a Computer Franchise
With the rise of the internet and increase in technology, computer franchises are becoming a more and more popular option. This article looks at what options are available and what to consider when buying a computer franchise.
What is in a Coffee Franchise?
The biggest bonus or boon of franchise ownership is the name recognition that you are purchasing along with the education and training that most franchises offer as part and parcel of the commitment on your behalf as well as the hefty franchising fees. Truthfully speaking though, there is much more than just a name that you get when buying into a coffee franchise, or any other for that matter.
Senior Care Franchise Feature
Senior care is a booming area in the world of franchises. Chances are, with the surge in baby boomers reaching retirement age, these facilities will only continue to grow in popularity. Senior care franchises are unique, in that they provide much-needed services for seniors at a cost they can actually afford. However, the franchises are also great for entrepreneurs, for they offer an easy way to get in on what is sure to be a growing industry. The following franchises are especially promising for budding entrepreneurs:

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