It’s a question every business buyer faces. Here are five major differences between buying an independent business versus a franchise. Buying a small business is a […]

Marc was facing a point in his life when he felt he needed more than just a paycheck. He wanted a job where he could call […]

The question of whether to run a mix of franchised and company run operations is a question which every franchisor inevitably faces. In most franchise systems […]

Should I buy a franchise or start my own company? Ultimately, that’s up to you to decide. But it helps to layout the pros and cons […]

From sure-fire formulas to unique offerings, both franchises and independent businesses have their strengths and weaknesses. Augment your business by knowing what works for the “other […]

Franchising means that instead of adding a new company-owned location or business unit, you allow someone else to pay for the rights to use your name […]

If you plan to be an entrepreneur, you must study what is best for your situation, whether to start a business on your own or buy […]

After the conclusion of the Closer Economic Partnership Arrangement (CEPA), various trades and industries have started to look at the way forward. In the garment industry, […]

As many first-time business owners find out, there is a high failure rate for independent, non-franchise businesses. Franchising provides a proven system and the support of […]