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Form a Chapter for your Franchise System
The AAFD can help build an Independent chapter for your franchise system and provide management and support services in a simplified, cost-effective way. Your Association will be officially formed, and you will be on your way to achieving a more fair and equitable relationship with your franchisor.
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From the Franchisee Voice Blog
The FTC Speaks. The Day Franchisees Have Been Waiting For
The FTC has spoken. This development marks a significant achievement for franchisee organizations, including the AAFD, and their members who have courageously responded to the FTC's Request for Information and ...
AAFD Announces 14 Additional Franchisee Chapters to its Current Roster of Over 50
ENFIELD, CT AUGUST 14, 2024 – The American Association of Franchisees and Dealers (AAFD) welcomes 14 new independent franchisee associations to its organization. The 14 new chapters represent franchisees from: Any Lab Test ...
FTC Ensures Franchisees’ Complaints Are Heard and Protects Against Illegal Fees
Important news from the FTC: On July 12, 2024, the Federal Trade Commission and its staff took a suite of actions to address growing concern about unfair and deceptive practices ...
Payment Card Settlement Deadline Extended to August 2024
The deadline for submitting a claim in the Payment Card Settlement has been extended to August 30, 2024. This landmark antitrust class-action settlement, the largest in history, allocates approximately $6 ...
Protect, Grow and (eventually) Exit Your Business
Certified Exit Planner Navigating the complex world of business finances can be a daunting task for any entrepreneur. From protecting your assets to strategically growing your wealth and eventually ...