http://www.isnare.com/?s=author&a=Mark+Harris Business Mark Harris Sun, 18 Mar 2007 00:00:00 +0800 http://www.isnare.com/?aid=133511&ca=Business Most business owners would like to significantly grow their business. Franchising can be a very effective way to do this with the added advantage that minimal investment in additional premises, business equipment and employees is required. Franchisees fund this expansion for them. This approach make... Business Mark Harris Sat, 17 Mar 2007 00:00:00 +0800 http://www.isnare.com/?aid=133528&ca=Business A franchise is a legal agreement that allows an independent business owner (franchisee) to trade using the trademark, trade name and business format of the franchisor (owner of the original business) in return for a fee and ongoing support fees or royalties. There are many benefits to buying a fran...