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The Automotive Aftermarket Industry Maintains a Bright Spot in the Franchise Community
According to R. L. Polk & Co. in its annual vehicle population report, the median age of passenger cars in operation in the U.S. increased to 9.4 years in 2008, breaking the previous two-year record high. In fact, analysts from J.D. Power, Deutsche Bank Securities, and Wachovia Capital Markets all estimate that auto sales in the U.S. declined as much as 43 percent last month in comparison to sales in March of 2008. What does all this mean to prospective franchise owners? With the economy still in a rut and more consumers keeping and maintaining their vehicles versus buying new, the automotive repair industry is a smart business choice for those seeking a franchise to own.
WHEN IS A
Whether a continuing commercial relationship is a "franchise" under the Franchise Rule, is determined by whether the business relationship contains the three definitional elements of a "franchise" set forth in the Franchise Rule, and it does not matter what name the parties choose to assign to the relationship. 44 Fed. Reg. 49,966 (August 24, 1979). In other words, if it walks like a duck and quacks like a duck . . . .

Franchise Business Opportunities
It sounds like a glorious life, doesn’t it? Everything is already set up for you, all you need to do is buy a franchise and let the rest work itself. Indeed, the promises of franchise business opportunities sometimes seem too be good to be true. And, in fact, they often are.

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Is Franchising For Me
This article helps the reader understand the essential nature of a franchise and how to go about assessing whether franchising in general, as well as any specific given franchise, is a good match for the skills and interests of a prospective franchisee. It also provides links to other franchise related resources.
Government Regulation of Franchises
In the United States, all franchisors must abide by the Federal Trade Commission's (FTC) Franchise Rule, which requires franchisors to prepare a disclosure document called the Uniform Franchise Offering Circular (UFOC ) / Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD) and give a copy of that document to prospective franchisees prior to their purchase of a franchise.
Warning Signs When Buying a Franchise
Because investing in a franchise is a life-changing event, every prospective franchisee should thoroughly investigate a franchise opportunity before signing any sort of franchise agreement.

Franchising - Current Economy Offers Great Incentives
As we approach the new year, many prospective franchisors wonder whether developing a franchise operation is a wise decision with the U.S. mired in a recession. Conversely, prospective franchisees wonder whether purchasing a franchise makes senses given the current economic climate. The quick answer to both...
Is franchising right for me?
Franchise business offers a more secure route into self employment than going it alone. Over 90% of UK franchise owners run profitable businesses according to the British Franchise Association/Nat West National Franchise survey. By following the proven franchise model the local franchise owner can build his own successful business in the UK. Nick Strong of Select Your Franchise and Richard Holden of Lloyds TSB give insights to prospective franchise owners.
Why Franchisees Should Consider Using a Franchise Broker
Franchisees searching for franchise opportunities have a number of choices. The best approach is to use a combination of these choices. By following this approach a prospective franchisee can increase their probability for finding the best franchise for them. A franchise broker can be a useful resource for a prospective franchisee. As a start, let’s review where individuals can find franchises for sale.
Financing A franchise? - Here's How Franchise Finance Works in Canada
Information for prospective and existing franchisees on financing a franchise in Canada . How franchise finance works, what are some key options to successfully complete the acquisition of your ‘ dream business’!
E-Mailing the Franchise Disclosure Document to Prospective Franchisees
Under the FTC Franchise Rule,a franchisor can deliver the Franchise Disclosure Document (“FDD”) electronically by e-mailing the FDD in a pdf form or mailing a FDD copied on to a CD-ROM to a prospective franchisee. The first personal meeting requirement has been eliminated. The prospective franchisee must have the FDD and Exhibits at least 14 calendar days before the franchisee signs any agreement with the franchisor or gives the franchisor any money. Electronic delivery of the FDD disclosure will save the franchisor substantial time and money as the cost of copying and mailing a Franchise Disclosure Document and Exhibits, let alone personnel cost, really adds up. The FTC estimates that the cost to copy and mail a disclosure document is about $35.00 each. The states having franchise registr
Top 10 Franchises For Sale in 2009
Every year, Entrepreneur magazine names its top franchises for sale, gathered up into a list called the "Franchise 500." By referring to this list, prospective franchise owners can determine the top franchise for sale in any number of categories-the best fast-food franchise, the best auto service franchise, the best do-it-yourself picture framing franchise, and so on.

What are the Most Profitable Franchises?
The Mysterious Franchise Profit Report Once someone decides that buying a franchise makes sense, it’s only logical to try and find the most profitable franchise to purchase. After all, given a choice between Franchise A that returns 10 percent per year and Franchise B that returns 15 percent per year, the results should be obvious, right? Well, maybe not. First of all, very few corporations elect to divulge earnings by their franchisees – actually, only about 25 percent of franchisors publish “earnings claims” in the franchise disclosure documents (FDD) they are required by law to provide to prospective franchise owners.

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