by Julie Lusthaus | Aug 5, 2021 | Featured Publications
One of the first steps involved in buying or selling a franchise is the sharing of the Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD). Under federal and state law, the franchisor must give the FDD to a prospective franchisee. The FDD is intended to help ensure that franchisees...
by Julie Lusthaus | Aug 5, 2021 | Featured Publications
As the coronavirus spreads across the U.S., the federal and many state governments are providing relief to businesses by extending the deadlines on various filings. Among the areas receiving attention are state registration and filing deadlines for franchisors....
by Julie Lusthaus | Aug 5, 2021 | Featured Publications
Your franchise has launched, and you are actively marketing and selling to franchisees in compliance with all applicable laws. There is no more need for legal advice or so you think. However, under federal and state franchise laws, there are ongoing registration and...
by Julie Lusthaus | Aug 5, 2021 | Featured Publications
Before you buy a franchise, it is important to understand what costs will be associated with starting and maintaining it. The franchise disclosure document (FDD) contains information about what fees you must pay to the franchisor and other third-parties. These should...
by Julie Lusthaus | Aug 5, 2021 | Featured Publications
Discovery Days for franchises were developed as an opportunity for both franchisors and potential franchisees to get to know each other and decide whether they are a good match. Traditionally, they have involved in-person meetings conducted at the franchisor’s...
