LINKS
FRANCHISE
Entrepreneur Franchise 500
This is a great source of up to date franchise information and articles; news about
new and upcoming laws, trends, and predictions in your industry.
Federal Trade Commission
All laws and regulations pertaining to franchising.
International Franchise Association
The International Franchise Association protects, enhances, and promotes franchising.
A one-stop-shop for franchising buying, selling, and advice.
Wikipedia About Franchising
Quick, easy-to-read information on franchising.
Canadian Franchise Association
The Canadian Franchise Association represents over 400 franchise companies and the
professionals who support franchising.
FranData Information for the Franchise World
FRANdata is helping to change the basic way decisions are made through data and
analysis that are timely, objective and helpful.
Franchise Chat
Created To bring franchise news stories and resource articles from around the world
to one convenient location; and to provide a forum where prospective/existing franchisees
and franchisors, and other interested parties, could interact, ask questions and
discuss franchise-related issues.
Small Business Administration
An independent agency of the federal government to aid, counsel, assist and protect
the interests of small business concerns, to preserve free competitive enterprise
and to maintain and strengthen the overall economy of our nation.
Irish Franchise Association
A valuable and informative resource on the business concepts that underlie franchising.
The site is intended to be of use to franchisors and franchisees alike, as well
as to those looking for an opportunity to start a new business, build on an existing
enterprise, diversify into additional product areas, or create export markets.
North American Securities Administration Association
NASAA is the voice of state securities agencies responsible for efficient capital
formation and grass roots investor protection. Their fundamental mission is protecting
consumers who purchase securities or investment advice, and their jurisdiction extends
to a wide variety of issuers and intermediaries who offer and sell securities to
the public.
Inc.com's Franchise Resource Center
This is a daily resource for entrepreneurs dedicated to up to the latest tips, trends
and advice on franchising.
American Association of Franchisees and Dealers
The AAFD is a national non-profit trade association representing the rights and
interests of franchisees and independent dealers throughout the United States.
LICENSING
International Licensing Industry Merchandisers’ Association
United States Department Of Justice
Protecting Intellectual Property.
GENERAL BUSINESS RESOURCES
United States Patents and Trademarks Office
All laws and regulations regarding patents and trademarks, including trademark within
the United States.
International Trademark Search Source
Search trademarks internationally
National Association of Women Business Owners
Propels women entrepreneurs into economic, social, and political spheres of power
worldwide.
Small Business Administration
An independent agency of the federal government to aid, counsel, assist and protect
the interests of small business concerns, to preserve free competitive enterprise
and to maintain and strengthen the overall economy of our nation.
Counselors to America’s Small Business
America's premier source of free and confidential small business advice for entrepreneurs.
DUE DILIGENCE CORNER
We know that part of the process of franchising is performing proper due diligence.
Here is a list of our competitors. We confidently showcase them, as we know that
NONE of them, or anyone else can compare to our price, quality in service, and expertise.
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