The Franchising Bible

The Insider’s Guide to Buying a Franchise or Franchising Your Business In this easy-to-read guide, franchise expert Rick Grossmann and franchise attorney Michael J. Katz impart decades-worth of insight and advice on what it takes to make your franchise operation successful. Grossmann and 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. If you’re thinking of buying a franchise, you’ll learn how to: Determine if running a franchise is right for you Navigate franchise disclosure documents and agreements Identify the signs of a good franchise opportunity If you’re thinking of franchising your existing business, you’ll learn how to: Pick the best method for expanding your business Understand the keys to establishing a successful franchise system Evaluate potential franchisees and grow your franchise Whether you want to buy a franchise or franchise your own business you’ll learn what to expect, how to move forward, and how to avoid costly mistakes--making Franchise Bible required reading.

This proven, popular reference has been completely updated to better guide readers through the current franchise environment. Real-life examples of both service- and product-oriented franchises and useful checklists prevent mistakes and save time and money. Contact information for state and federal franchising regulatory agencies and a listing of useful publications guide new franchisees to the resources they need.

"Find out how to: choose the right franchise for you; evaluate the market and opportunities; secure a franchise loan; understand the legalities; set up and get started; attract and keep customers; grow your franchise unit; build your own franchise business"--Back cover.

Whether you want to buy a franchise or franchise a business concept, FRANCHISE BIBLE provides a basic understanding of the steps to achieve your objective. BOOKLIST says "Attorney & former franchise executive Keup leads small-business owners through the intricate maze of franchising...divided into two parts: one for those who have worked for others & now want to go into business for themselves, the other for those who operate successful businesses & want to expand by franchising...explains the basics of what a franchise is; the different types of franchise agreements & elements required in them; buying a new or existing franchise; starting or buying a business; & whether to franchise your business." This comprehensive guide, from the same publisher who has sold more than 900,000 copies of its STARTING AND OPERATING A BUSINESS IN...books nationwide, includes an actual offering circular & other sample franchise agreements. Also included are lists of laws affecting franchise transfers, renewals & terminations; state franchise registration & business opportunity statutes; & filing fees of franchise registration states. Endorsed by FRANCHISE SUPPORT as "A must for every potential & existing franchisor, particularly those with no previous franchisor experience, as well as for every purchaser of a franchise."

The author, a franchise attorney, developed this up-to-date guide for prospective franchises, or for those who want to franchise their own business. Details what the franchise system entails and the precise benefits from it. Includes sample documents, such as the latest FTC-approved offering circular, plus worksheets for evaluating franchise companies, locations, and organizing information before seeing an attorney.

Are You Thinking of Buying a Franchise or Franchising Your Own Business? This indispensable guide tells you how to do it – and save time and money in the process. If you are thinking of buying a franchise, you'll learn how to: Determine if running a franchise is right for you Evaluate the advantages and disadvantages of franchising Understand the legal terms and business decisions associated with franchising Navigate franchise disclosure documents and franchise agreements Evaluate the services and training that franchisors offer Identify the signs of a good franchise opportunity If you are thinking of franchising your business, you'll find out how to: Select the best method for expanding your existing business Collect the information and documents needed to expand through franchising Understand the keys to establishing a good franchise system Evaluate potential franchisees Reduce attorneys' fees and other costs associated with franchising Includes sample franchise documents: Sample franchise disclosure document (FDD) Sample franchise agreement Sample prospective franchisee net worth form Copy of FTC requirements for franchise disclosure documents Checklists and questionnaires for: Evaluating your suitability for running a franchise Assessing whether a particular franchise system is set up for success Gathering information for franchise disclosure documents and agreements Whether you want to buy a franchise or franchise your own business, this guide reveals what to expect, how to move forward, and how to avoid costly mistakes - making it required reading.

The go-to book for franchise information, now in its sixth edition This proven, popular reference has been completely updated to better guide you through the current franchise environment. Real-life examples of both service- and product-oriented franchises and useful checklists prevent mistakes and save time and money. Contact information for state and federal franchising regulatory agencies and a listing of useful publications guide you to the resources you need. Robert Smith, founder of Granite Transformations, describes how he successfully opened franchises nationwide based on guidelines in previous editions

How To Buy A Franchise Or Franchise Your Own Business Are you thinking of buying a franchise or franchising your own business? This indispensable guide tells you how to do it--and save time and money in the process. Franchise expert Erwin Keup shares 35 years of franchise experience to reveal what to expect and how to avoid costly mistakes. With the Franchise Bible, you learn to: Determine if owning a franchise is right for you Evaluate the advantages and disadvantages of franchising Understand the legal terms and documents associated with franchising Navigate the offering circular and what items it should contain Decide whether you should buy a franchise or start your own Select the best methods for expanding your existing business Determine the optimum time to franchise your business Includes these samples of actual franchise documents: Offering Circular Franchise Agreements Franchise Application Form Site Evaluation Form Operational Manual Outline Plus, this guide is packed with checklists to help you: Investigate franchisors Interview existing franchises Assess your suitability for running a franchise Prepare the required information before purchasing a franchise Whether you want to buy a franchise or franchise your own business, this guide is required reading. "Author and franchise lawyer Erwin J. Keup has made an exhaustive study of the franchise purchasing process and delivers his findings in concise, understandable language that has all you need to franchise with finesse." -- Entrepreneur Magazine "Kudos to author Erwin J. Keup. We like the book's easy-to-read style." --Small Business Opportunities magazine "Equally useful to prospective franchises and franchisors. Explains in detail what the franchise system entails and the precise benefits it offers." --Robert E. Bond & Jeffrey E. Bond, author of The Sourcebook of Franchise Opportunities