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Franchising began with restaurants and they continue to dominate the field. Not only are there far more of them, but they also continue to grow.

The franchise agreement spells out the terms of your relationship with the franchisor and likely will be signed for a 10-year term. So pay extra attention to these areas.

When looking to buy a franchise, entrepreneurs research business opportunities, visit franchise trade shows and consider their interests to find the best business to buy.

It's more than alphabet soup. In a major overhaul of the franchise industry, the Federal Trade Commission has mandated changes in what potential franchisees will learn.

Want to buy a franchise on the leading edge of business, technology or innovation? Read on for a list of theTop 10 Fastest Growing Franchises.

Not every business idea is franchise-worthy and not every entrepreneur is franchise material. Do you have what it takes?

It used to be that a franchisee owned one location and ran it and was happy as an owner operator. These days, though, entrepreneurs with bigger visions are franchising.

One of the greatest reasons franchises succeed is that the franchisee is following a proven plan. However, that's useless if the training is inadequate.

No matter what you hear on the news, there are opportunities for business.

Many entrepreneurs dream of starting a business but have an aversion to high risk. Franchising may be an option worth considering for savvy entrepreneurs.

Questions, questions: The decision to start a business can be full of them. But when comparing several potential franchises, a good list leads to the best decision.

If you're concerned about your career path, worried about layoffs or tired of doing more with less, you may be thinking of quitting and opening your own business.

With more than 400 locations nationwide, PostNet specializes in meeting the print and copy needs of small businesses and busy consumers.

Finding the right franchise is the critical first step to franchise success. But wading through information, spin and financial documents to find a healthy one is key.

There are literally thousands of potential franchise opportunities to sift through. It can be overwhelming to someone considering opening a business.

When you are starting a franchise, you must become a detective before you can become a business owner.

When considering purchasing a franchise, entrepreneurs may find the franchise they desire is already open, but for sale. What are the up and downsides of buying one?

Merely starting a franchise doesn't guarantee success. Granted, the franchisor provides a proven path, but its up to the franchisee to choose to follow it.

This is the third article in our series and covers the subject of working mothers, franchises and working from home.

Entrepreneurs starting a business choose franchising for the proven business system and brand recognition, but fees and regulations are also part of the bargain.

If you've been dazzled by the notion of franchise success, and it does offer greater success than a stand-alone business, don't make the mistake of thinking it's easier.

It's been said before, but it's worth repeating: franchise success comes to those who are willing to work for it. The franchisor only provides the plan.

Deciding on a franchise is a huge decision. Here are a few ways to narrow down your small business options.

When a franchisee signs on, he's often buying a well-packaged business system. Beyond the initial purchase, though, there are recurring fees in most franchise agreements.

Not everyone's cut out to come up with their own great business idea...but that doesn't mean they can't take advantage of others. Learn how to run a franchise.

Opening a franchise is not an overnight job. You'll work long and hard before you even get to the point of signing an agreement, much less before you earn a dollar.

To expand a winning franchise, prospective business owners must determine the franchise best suited to their taste and skills, then research and formulate a business plan

Many people dream of owning their own small business but few dare to take the leap. For those of you who want to but need some security consider buying a franchise.

There's a franchise option suited for whatever the size of the entrepreneurial dreams. Whether it's a single location or the desire to own many, there's a plan to suit.

The benefits of a franchise owner include name recognition, marketing and training and venture opportunities with a lower risk. Check out these established franchises.

Whether it's a seasonal business that needs a year-round assist or one that offers related services, more entrepreneurs are adding a franchise to an existing business.

There were 909,253 American franchise business outlets at the end of 2005 for a good reason. Franchising is one of the best ways to branch out and become one's own boss.

The benefit of franchising is that the franchisee starts with a business model and established brand name. Protecting that name is up to all franchisees.

Many people dream of owning their own business someday. But one thing usually stands in the doorway between dreams and reality: cash.

Major League Baseball could expand in the future now that its major problems have been settled.

There's a misconception that all franchises must require a storefront operation. But many franchises are well suited for working from home.

Franchising is a growing industry for good reason. With a higher success rate and proven plans, franchise businesses allow would-be entrepreneurs to achieve their dreams.

The countdown to the 2009 NFL has truly begun with the release of the season's schedule. The overall AFC schedule proves how tough a league the NFL has now become.

If you are tired of your corporate job, or fearing a layoff, you might be considering starting your own business.

Today, one in every four new businesses is a franchise. And 90% of them are in the business five years later. So, there's no doubt that franchising works. But how?

The commute, the coworkers, the cost of gasoline: it's enough to make one long to work from home. But running a home-based business is not for everyone.

Enchanted director Kevin Lima hopes that his live-action/animated movie is successful enough to spawn an Enchanted 2 . . . and 3 . . . and 4 . . .

Researching into your financial options will determine whether or not you should or could invest in a franchise.

With star power fading at the box office, studios rush to buy up rights to childrens' toys and games in a bid to pull audiences into the cineplex.

Even when Chad Pennington was starting, the Jets' quarterback position was in question each season. Their '09 draft pick is intended to provide answers for years to come.

Recent attempts to revive old studio tent poles have met with varying degrees of success. Is this continuing trend a boom or bust for moviegoers?

Utilizing three key characteristics in a set system, the Rooney family has guided the Steelers to the tune of the all-time winningest NFL franchise.

Getting on to the franchise bandwagon can be very profitable provided one avoids all pitfalls along the route.

Awarding of NYRA Franchise proceeds with Excelsior Racing being chosen by Ad Hoc Committee. Empire Racing is still a contender.

The venerable 'Stargate' TV franchise gets a much needed boost of energy, fresh ideas - and young blood - in its sexy, suspenseful new incarnation, 'Stargate Universe.