Where Can I Find General Information on Franchises?

General information on franchises can be found at the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) Web site. The FTC?s Franchise and Business

Opportunity Rule requires franchise and business opportunity sellers to disclose specific detailed information to help buyers make informed decisions. The FTC also has a FAQ sheet about franchise and business opportunities.

You can also find general information on franchises at Entrepreneur.com?s Franchise Zone. The Franchise Zone offers Help & How To sections that include:

All About Franchising,

How to Buy a Franchise,

Women in Franchising,

Franchising Coach, and

State Offices to Call.

The All About Franchising section is particularly valuable and is divided into subsections including the following: First Steps to Franchise Ownership, Investigating a Franchise, Financing & Purchasing Your Franchise, Managing Your Franchise, Getting Out, Franchising Your Own Business, and Franchise Profiles & Trends.