FRANCHISE LAW
Franchise Law Articles
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How to Handle Franchise Resales: Buyer & Seller Guide
A franchise resale is the purchase or sale of an existing franchised unit — the business, its assets, and the right to keep operating under the franchise …
License vs. Franchise: The Legal Difference That Matters
The legal difference between a license and a franchise comes down to a three-part test in the FTC Franchise Rule. A license grants permission to use …
Can a Franchisee Terminate a Franchise Agreement?
Yes — a franchisee can terminate a franchise agreement, but only for cause or by mutual consent, and only by following the process the agreement and applicable …
FDD Item 19: How to Read Financial Performance Data
Item 19 of the Franchise Disclosure Document is the only place a franchisor may legally tell you what its franchises earn — and disclosing it is entirely …
What Is a Franchise Business Review?
A franchise business review is a structured evaluation of a franchise system’s health — its financials, operations, and franchisee satisfaction — done …
