What does a franchise lawyer want to know
PUBLISHED ON 29th of august 2014 ONLINE – FRANCHISING MAGAZINE When you get legal advice about a franchise investment, what will a franchise lawyer want to know about you and your choice of franchise?Buying a franchise, like buying any business, requires a lot of thought and due diligence. Reviewing legal documents is only one of many... Read More
Five commonly asked legal questions by franchisees
This article appearED in the July/August 2013 issue of Business Franchise Australia & New Zealand In what circumstances may a franchisee terminate the franchise relationship?Generally speaking, a franchisee may terminate the franchise relationship in four circumstances.(a) Within seven days after signing the franchise agreement or making a payment under the franchise agreement. This is called... Read More
When do you get franchise documents
Published on 7th of April 2015 online – Franchising magazine When should you, a franchise buyer, get your franchise documents and what should you do with them? Here are some simple tips for dealing with the essentials.You have chosen a franchise brand. You have made contact with the franchisor. You have gone through the initial... Read More
5 Top tips for selling your franchise
PUBLISHED ON 25TH OF MARCH 2015 ONLINE – FRANCHISING MAGAZINE Over the last decade, many franchise systems in Australia have changed hands. It is prudent for every franchisor to have an exit strategy and to have all their ducks in a row should a potential buyer come along with an offer. The most important thing... Read More
WHAT HAPPENS IF MY BUSINESS PARTNERSHIP BREAKS UP
PUBLISHED ON 22nd OF FEBruary 2011 ONLINE & in Print – FRANCHISING MAGAZINE The collapse of any business relationship and the ramifications it has for the parties is often underestimated. Breakups are usually acrimonious and involve many personal and business issues. A partnership in a franchise business is usually between two or more people who... Read More