Category Archives: Franchising, Licensing and Trademarks

Acquiring a Franchise: Purchasing an Existing Location

Print Version The following is part of a series of short articles to assist individuals and companies who are contemplating buying a franchise. From the Franchisor Even though the franchisor may be selling “all” of the assets of a particular … Continue reading

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Acquiring a Franchise: Purchasing a New Location

Print Version The following is part of a series of short articles to assist individuals and companies who are contemplating buying a franchise. Buying a newly constructed franchise brings with it the greatest potential for a purchaser to penetrate into … Continue reading

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Acquiring a Franchise: Preliminary Considerations

Print Version The following is part of a series of short articles to assist individuals and companies who are contemplating buying a franchise. While certain aspects of acquiring a franchise are similar to acquiring any other type of business, there … Continue reading

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Acquiring a Franchise: The Agreements

Print Version The franchise relationship is generally governed by legislation if the franchise is located in Alberta, Ontario or Prince Edward Island, A franchisee purchasing a retail franchise is normally required to execute a franchise agreement, a sublease, and a … Continue reading

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