Buying or starting a business is a major investment and a major risk. Buying a franchise is often seen as a way to reduce your risk by associating with an established brand and a time tested operating system. BUT Buyer Beware! Choosing the right franchise, one that is suited to your interests and skills and has built in respect for your rights as a business owner, can fulfill the promise of franchising. Choose poorly and your dream may become a nightmare.

The AAFD can help you make a wise choice before Buying a Franchise. Below is a full list of AAFD Resources to Buying a Franchise.

ONLINE HELP "The AAFD Road Map to Selecting a Franchise" NEW! Franchise Business for Sales The Eight Things to Look For in a Franchise Opportunity AAFD Franchise Evaluation Tool Easily grade franchise opportunities against the AAFD's Eight Criteria for Buying a Franchise, the Franchisee Bill of Rights, and to enable a side-by-side comparison of various opportunities you are considering. Now included FREE with AAFD Associate membership. The Franchisee Voice Blog The AAFD Useful Links The AAFD's Fair Franchising Standards AAFD Accredited Franchisors AAFD Fair Franchising Seal Recipients The Franchisee Bill of Rights	DO IT YOURSELF AAFD Membership! The AAFD Info-Pak℠ for Prospective Franchisees AAFD Franchise Evaluation Tool The AAFD Bookstore NEW! Franchise Business for Sales The AAFD's Fair Franchising Standards	LEGAL HELP Find a Lawyer through the AAFD Franchisee LegaLine℠ Request a Lawyer Referral Order a Franchise opportunity review
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