Brian Keen, founder and CEO of Franchise Simply, looks at the current run of bad news about the sector.
Retail Food Group is facing the threat of another class action from shareholders hit by the impact of failures within its franchise model.
We show no hesitation in protecting important assets in our lives such as our homes, health, businesses, and income. So, it makes excellent business sense for the franchise to protect its intellectual property
Many disputes and court proceedings in franchising involve allegations of misrepresentation or misleading or deceptive conduct on the part of a franchisor during the recruitment phase.
What key things can a new franchisee do or establish to ensure profitability?
Could internal fraud by damaging your business? According to a survey by KPMG the most common perpetrators of fraud are ‘business insiders’, with 36 per cent of fraud attributable to business management.
Running a business is hard enough without getting caught up in the complexities of the tax system. So, to make things simpler, H&R Block has produced a beginners’ guide to the tax deductions all retail businesses should be looking to claim.
More and more mobile franchises are coming onto the market, such as a business flying drones, or one taking mobile video games to kid’s parties. What’s appealing to franchisees is the lower cost of entry, along with not having the hassle of a retail lease.
What is the impact on a franchisee when a franchise brand joins or acquires another brand?
What should you do to ensure compliance of the Protecting Vulnerable Workers Act?
When buying a business from an existing franchisee, there are some things you can do to minimise the risk of a dispute arising with the seller.
When and how should you organise a day for your potential franchisees to learn more about your business model?