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The Process of Buying and Opening Your Franchise

By Don Daszkowski, About.com

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Make Your Enquiry

This section will walk you through the buying process once you've decided on a franchise opportunity. If you still haven't decided on a franchise, take a step back and visit this category:

When you are ready to make your enquiry, your best option is to utilize the options outlined by the franchisor on its website or brochure. You will likely be directed to the franchise sales department where one of the franchisor’s representatives will speak with you or ask to return your message. The goal for this initial enquiry is to initiate contact with the person who will guide you through the rest of the franchising process.

If you discovered the franchise opportunity from an online franchise directory, make sure to have all the information from the website printed and saved in a folder. Record which franchise directory you used to locate the franchisor.

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