Buy a Franchise

We urge you to use all available resources when researching such an important business decision as buying a franchise. To that end, we have posted below the Federal Trade Commission's information on "Buying a Franchise:  A Consumer Guide".  This will allow you to make an informed decision.

Buying a Franchise: A Consumer Guide

When you buy a franchise, you often can sell goods and services that have instant name recognition, and get training and support that can help you succeed. But purchasing a franchise is like every other investment: there’s no guarantee of success.

The Federal Trade Commission, the nation’s consumer protection agency, has prepared the below information to explain how to shop for a franchise opportunity, the obligations of a franchise owner, and questions to ask before you invest.

 1.  The Benefits and Responsibilities of Franchise Ownership

 2.  Advance Work: Before You Select a Franchise System

3.   Selecting a Franchise

 4.  Finding the Right Opportunity

 5.  Investigating Before You Invest

 6.  Before You Sign the Franchise Agreement