Common Problems Experienced In Today's Franchising World

The following issues are ones which frequently arise in a franchised relationship. Consideration should be given to these issues when deciding whether a franchise or business opportunity is the right one for you.

• Anticompetitive Restrictions on Owners or Employees
• Contractual Waiver of Significant Legal Rights
• Degree of Good Faith to be Exercised in Contractual Dealings
• Existence of and Restrictions upon a Franchisee Association
• Negotiability of "Standard Form" Contracts
• Organizational or Business Competence of the Franchisor
• Restrictions on Product or Services Sourcing
• Restrictions on Transferablity of Ownership
• Rights and Obligations During the Franchised Relationship, Upon its Termination, and Beyond the Time of Termination
• Territorial Encroachment