Research and Course Guides: Small Business: Franchising

Franchising Books

Franchise Bible: How to Buy a Franchise or Franchise Your Own Business, 9th ed. by Rick Grossmann; Michael J. Katz
Call Number: ebook
Publication Date: 2021
Franchise expert Rick Grossmann and franchise attorney Michael J. Katz share expert tutorials, tricks of the trade, and access to sample franchise documents, checklists, and questionnaires designed to get you organized, support you through the process and get your new franchise off the ground.
An Introduction to Franchising (print) by Robert Webber
Call Number: OSF HF5429.23 .W43 2013
A practical introduction to the world of franchising from the perspectives of both the franchisor and franchisee.
Introduction to Franchising by the State of Minnesota
From the Minnesota Department of Employment and Economic Development (DEED.)
Buying a Franchise: A Consumer Guide by the Federal Trade Commission
Guide from the Federal Trade Commission (2008.)

Buying a Franchise: A Consumer Guide
Guide from the Federal Trade Commission (2008.)

American Association of Franchisees & Dealers (AAFD)
Nonprofit trade association representing the rights and interests of franchisees and independent dealers throughout the U.S. Includes an extensive member directory.
Franchise Rule (FTC)
Information from the Federal Trade Commission.
FranchiseWorks
Directory of franchise opportunities with additional information on businesses for sale, trade shows, and financing.
Franchise 500
Annual list from Entrepreneur magazine of top franchises based on financial strength and stability, growth rate and size of the system.
FranchiseHandbook.com
Features franchise opportunities listed by category.

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