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So You Want to Franchise Your Business?
Successful franchisors, including Subway co-founder Fred DeLuca and CEO of the Dwyer Group Dina Dwyer-Owens, teach you the secrets to turning your business into a thriving franchise!
Street Smart Franchising
Secrets the peak-performing franchisees know about running a successful franchise.
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Anago Cleaning Systems
Meet a franchisor with a willingness to get his hands dirty.

Snap-on Tools Hits the Nail on the Head
After 88 years, one company is still providing the tools that customers--and franchisees--need to succeed.

Open2view: A Picture of Success
For real estate professionals and their clients, virtual tours are just a click away.

Subway Hits the Spot
The No. 1 franchise on our 30th Annual Franchise 500® marks some milestones of its own.

How to Research a Franchise
One of the most important parts of buying a franchise is doing your homework. So get out there and grill the people who know the franchise best.

The Anatomy of an FDD
We break down your most tedious--and valuable--franchise research tool into digestible bites.

How are Franchisees Dealing?
We spoke with several franchisees to see how they're overcoming obstacles.

Franchising Hot Spots
Which franchise categories hold the most promise for 2009? We break it down and give you the first look.

Meeting the Demand for Green
Earth-conscious franchises attract like-minded entrepreneurs.

On a Budget?
Here are 85 franchises you can start for less than $25,000.

Back to Basics
Starting a franchise in a small town helped these family-focused entrepreneurs bring in big profits.

Buyer Blunders
The 5 biggest franchisee mistakes that lead to failure--and how to avoid them


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