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Category: The Business of Franchising
Are Franchise Agreements Negotiable?
Despite what some in the industry say, it’s neither illegal nor uncommon for franchisors to negotiate franchise agreements with prospective franchise buyers.
Nevada’s New Law on Non-Competition Agreements Changes the Landscape for Franchisors
Nevada’s new law AB 276 provides comfort to franchisors seeking to enforce covenants not to compete in the state.
Franchises Added 26,000 New Jobs in September 2016
The ADP National Franchise Report states that the franchise industry added 26,000 jobs to the U.S. economy in September 2016.
California Franchising Bills Vetoed by Governor Brown
California Assembly Bills 1782 and 2637, which would have improved the regulatory climate for franchises in the state, have been vetoed by Governor Jerry Brown after being passed by an overwhelming majority of the legislature.
California Franchise Legislation (AB 525) Moving Through Senate
Tomorrow (Monday, June 29, 2015), California State Assembly Bill (AB) 525 will be considered by the Senate Business, Professions and Economic Development Committee. If passed by the Senate, AB 525 will amend the existing California Franchise Relations Act by expanding protections for existing franchisees.
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