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Franchising basics

Learn what a franchise is and how it compares with starting your own business and get practical tips for how to navigate and contract with Franchisors in order to run a successful franchise business.

LEARN:

  • Learn what a franchise is and how it compares with starting your own business
  • Understand the self-analysis and financial commitments required to be successful
  • Learn how to screen and select franchises for investing using the Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD)
  • Get practical tips for how to navigate and contract with Franchisors in order to run a successful franchise business.

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Franchising basics

Date

December 03, 2024

Time

3:00 pm - 4:30 pm

Location

Online

Presented by

SCORE Twin Cities and Small Business Administration (SBA)

Cost

Free

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