Small Business Plans
This topic guide lists sources which will assist researchers in developing small business plans.
The guide focuses on suggested strategies and best places to begin research efforts. For information & assistance in using any of the sources, please contact library staff:
Franchise Info
Bond's Franchise Guide
MCOB Reference HF 5429.235 .U5 B6
"Offers the prospective franchisee detailed profiles of over 1,000 franchises, as well as listings of franchise attorneys, consultants and service providers."
Entrepreneur Magazine's Ultimate Book of Franchises
MCOB Reference HF 5429.23 .L47
"... Includes everything you need to know about buying a franchise."
Entrepreneur Magazine's Ultimate Book of Homebased Franchises
MCOB Reference HD 62.38 .L47
"Provides comprehensive franchise listings targeting the expanding segment of homebased businesses. Focused on entrepreneurs seeking options beyong joining the 9 to 5 work force, this all-in-one guide delivers practical advice and an expert overview of the franchise world, plus listings of the top homebased franchises. "
Franchise Annual
University Library Reference HF 5429.235 .U5 F7 2004
Includes 5,125 franchisor listings. Each listing provides the corporate address, e-mail address, web site URL, contact information, business description, the year established and the year franchising was initiated, the number of units company owned and franchised, the franchise fee, the royalty costs, the total investment requirements, and financing options.
The Annual also includes a handbook section which provides: Recent Trends, Worldwide Sources, Useful Associations, Investigative Advice and Pages of Questions to help the prospective franchisee investigate: The Franchisor, Product, Service, Current Franchisees, Territory and The Contract.
Franchise.org (International Franchise Association)
Franchise Zone (Entrepreneur.com)
U.S. Small Business Administration: Buy a Franchise
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Last Updated: 1/13/07 DLH
