Q: What are my obligations once I sign a franchise agreement?
To start a franchise relationship with a franchisor, franchisees must enter into a franchise agreement. Each franchise agreement will differ based on the franchise and...
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Q: As a new franchisee, how can I quickly attract new customers and grow profitably?
A: Congratulations, you set up a new franchise location! That means you made it through the application and selection process, through training, through the launch,...
Q: I am buying a franchise from an existing franchisee. Is the franchisor required to provide me with a disclosure document?
The answer to this question really depends on the extent to which the franchisor is involved in bringing about the sale. All franchise legislation in...
The Canadian Franchise Association Members and Community
The Canadian Franchise Association’s (CFA) purpose is to help everyday Canadians realize their dream of building their own business by: The Association currently has almost...
Business Plan and Financial Management Basics
One thing that all franchise opportunities have in common is the need to plan for success. By establishing a business plan, you indicate that you’ve...
Site Selection, Territories, and Real Estate
Location is everything when it comes to franchising. It can determine the amount of traffic a franchise gets, and the quality of that traffic. Knowing...
Dealing with Disputes
When it comes to managing a brand, franchisees and franchisors can butt heads. Everybody wants their voice heard and everyone wants to do what’s best...
Due Diligence: Financial Aspects of Franchising
Before starting a relationship with a new franchise, you should investigate certain legal and financial aspects carefully. Ensuring that you’re not entering a bad deal...
Basics of Buying a Franchise
Finding a franchise that fits With the variety of franchise businesses in Canada, prospective franchisees have to ask themselves which franchise suits them best. Prospective...
Types of Ownership Models
The type of franchise agreement can vary, especially as the number of franchise units grows beyond single-unit ownership, like in the case of area development,...