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Follow the System

While these franchisees might think they are helping the brand, in fact it’s just the opposite.

The Financially Distressed Franchisee

In dealing with an individual distressed franchisee, the following questions need to be asked:

When a Franchisor Files for Bankruptcy

This article provides a brief history of some well-known franchisor bankruptcies of recent years -- including Denny's, Bennigan's, Steak & Ale, Original Roadhouse Grill, Cork & Olive, The Ground Round, Church's Chicken, Popeyes, and 7-Eleven -- with a look at the outcomes of these bankruptcies for both the franchisors and their franchisees.

How Franchisees Can Grow Their Sales

However, once the ribbons come down and time passes, franchisees begin to recognize the challenge ahead and that, in many ways, they're on their own: regardless of the amount of support their franchisor provides, the franchisee is ultimately responsible for generating sales for his or her new business.

Franchises and Business Opportunities – Understanding the Difference

For entrepreneurs seeking to hit the ground running with a new business venture, there are two main categories of opportunities out there that allow them to benefit from the experience, assets and reputation of existing business concepts. These are: (i) the franchise, and (ii) the “business opportunity”.

DOs and DON’Ts for Prospective Franchisees

Of course, new concepts and geographically-focused concepts may have no or only a limited number of franchisees. These opportunities should not simply be avoided wholesale; however, in these cases it will be particularly important to have candid and open discussions with the franchisor’s owners and representatives.

Getting Out: Important Points for Selling a Franchise

In either case, the franchisee’s right to sell the franchise will be governed by the transfer provisions in their franchise agreement.

Can an Adult Franchise be Tasteful?

The brand of adult shop that the newlywed couple launched after returning from a year-long tour of duty in Iraq was inspired by what made them uncomfortable about other adult shops.

Where to Find Financing for Your Franchise

If you decide that you do want to obtain financing for your franchise business from external sources, you should: