Owning a franchise is a great way to become a small business owner. That's why BizSugar created its Franchises section where you can find everything you need to know about buying, running and selling a franchise.

Franchise News Update: A new franchise association has been launched, and it's based on total transparency and ethics. Interestingly enough, it's kind of under the radar. Well, it was... Read More
In this post over at the SBA.gov Community Site, I have a way for you to get a leg up on your search for the right food franchise business; become a trend-watcher. For example, did you know that some fast casual franchises are serving, “Mini-treats?” Or, that there’s a new type of family demographi Read More
This year is most certainly the right one to finally put those neglected ambitions into action and invest in a franchise, and here is why. Read More
Starting a business after the age of 50 is obviously a lot like starting a business at any age. All companies pretty much have the same rules for achieving success -- find a new idea; treat customers well; deliver value; outpace the competition. Read More
One of the biggest men in the world...well, one of the largest men in the world, is a franchisee. Shaquille O'Neill owns a franchise business or two. Learn why this pro-basketball player is in business. Read More
Most of us think of men when we read about massive layoffs. But, lots of women get downsized from their jobs, too. Some want to be their own bosses. Most don't end up actually doing it though. Read More
Becoming the owner of a franchise type of business requires serious due diligence on the part of potential franchise owners. Learn just how important it is, here. Read More
In this post, the folks at Franchise Direct op-ed a bit on President Obama's State of The Union speech. The International Franchise Association sent the President a letter. Read about it. Read More
Attention potential buyers of franchises; if you're thinking of becoming the owner of a food-related franchise, there is something really important that you need to know. And, it kind of stinks... Read More
Executive search consultants make lots of phone calls to lots of corporate middle managers and executives. Did you ever get one? James Pennington did. He's featured in my new book on franchise ownership. Read about James, here. Read More
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