Franchise times : guide to selecting, buying & owning a franchise
Julie Bennett (Author), Cheryl Babcock (Author), John Hamburger
From the Publisher: Buying a franchise can be a handy shortcut to the American dream of owning your own business. But there are dangerous pitfalls-and possible drawbacks to even the best franchise deals. Here, for every prospective franchisee, is authoritative advice from a trustworthy source. The experts of Franchise Times offer their picks of the top 200 franchises and 100 up-and-comers, complete with contact information, financial requirements, fees, and more. There are practical tips on everything from hiring and marketing to financing your franchise, leasing a retail space (or setting up a home office), and deciding if you should buy or run a franchise with your spouse. With anecdotes and advice from current franchisees and franchisors, this is a book every would-be entrepreneur should read before signing a contract
Print Book, English, 2008
Sterling, New York, 2008