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Expanding Into India and Mexico

The journey may be discouraging and frustrating at times, but persevere and your brand will soon surround the globe.

International

Avoid Disaster Overseas With a Few Simple Steps

Too many franchise companies ignore hidden risks when traveling abroad.

International

How to Get the Most Out of Your Local Marketing Budget

For many franchisees, the prospect of putting together a local marketing campaign can be daunting.

Marketing

Franchising is Under Attack

The SEIU is organizing people around the theme of “income inequality,” which the union is using to help build its numbers, increase political power and justify getting involved in minimum wage increases throughout communities, cities and states across the country.

Government Relations

FOREIGN INVESTORS: A Market of Prospective Franchisees

Investor visas are paving a new avenue to franchise system growth.

International

Real Estate: A Fundamental Part of International Franchising

International real estate decisions define a significant fixed cost which helps − or hinders – profitability.

International