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

Sep 13, 2008 - Emily Marshall

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.

Jun 4, 2008 - Sandy Smith

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

Jun 20, 2007 - Dominic von Riedemann

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Jun 17, 2007 - Colin Harvey

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?

Jul 1, 2008 - Sandy Smith

There has been a lot of confusion surrounding whether it is better to buy into a franchise or not.

Dec 20, 2010 - Crystal Watts

Before signing anything to start a franchise, proper research should be done to ensure the franchise investor knows what they're getting into.

Sep 9, 2010 - Veronica Davis

Starting a small business and making a profit can be a long shot, but for those who do, the opportunity to franchise may be available.

Sep 7, 2010 - Christopher Pascale

Fast-track your business success by investing in the hottest and best-selling franchises in 2010

Sep 5, 2010 - Allen Maris Espina

Owning a franchise can work against an entrepreneur if the brand is not nationally recognized and does not embrace creativity.

Jun 4, 2010 - Christopher Pascale

Opening a franchise has many advantages that include an established system and brand recognition.

Jun 4, 2010 - Christopher Pascale

Buying into a franchise is a serious decision that should involve a lot of consideration and diligence.

Jun 4, 2010 - Christopher Pascale

There can be a large variety of rules when buying an automotive repair franchise business. Discover some popular auto repair franchise opportunities and associated costs.

Jan 24, 2010 - James Clausen

There can be a large variety of rules and regulations when buying a franchise business. Discover some of the types of franchise opportunities and associated costs.

Jan 23, 2010 - James Clausen

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.

Oct 23, 2009 - KC Morgan

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

Oct 19, 2009 - Libby Black

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

May 29, 2009 - Theresa Ann White

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

Mar 10, 2009 - Daniel Gansle