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### Technology Should Complement Not Replace Franchise Communications

Posted by [**Franchise Grade Team**](https://mvp.franchisegrade.com/blog/author/admin) June 6, 2016

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There is no denying that technology has enhanced the ability of people to communicate in mere seconds in a variety of ways. However, despite the advantages of enhanced communication, it does raise certain issues, especially as regards the franchise industry.

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### Franchisors Should Be Confident Yet Candid

Posted by [**Nate Riggs**](https://mvp.franchisegrade.com/blog/author/nate-riggs) April 8, 2016

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When presenting their franchise concept to qualified prospects, franchisor staff should balance their presentation with their confidence in the franchise and the amount of effort it takes for a franchisee to be successful. Franchisors that follow this advice have a better chance of developing a successful franchisee network.

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### Franchisor Franchisee Litigation: Perception versus Reality

Posted by [**Franchise Grade Team**](https://mvp.franchisegrade.com/blog/author/admin) April 4, 2016

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When considering a franchise opportunity, one of the most important items, a prospective franchisee should review is the disclosed litigation between a franchisor and its franchisees. Presented in Item 3 of the Franchise Disclosure Document, this component of the due diligence process has been recommended by franchise attorneys and franchise industry professionals for countless years. There is little doubt that the amount and type of litigation a franchisor disclosed in their FDD can provide insight into the state and quality of franchise relations in a franchise system. However, what it doesn’t reveal is the amount of litigation that’s avoided due to a franchisor and franchisee amicably resolving their differences.

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### Prospective Franchisees Need to Know Why Some Franchisees Fail

Posted by [**Franchise Grade Team**](https://mvp.franchisegrade.com/blog/author/admin) March 24, 2016

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There can be a number of reasons why a franchisee can fail and before investing in a franchise opportunity, it’s important for franchise candidates to know the reasons why.

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### 3 Keys To Commercial Real Estate Financing For Your Franchise

Posted by [**Franchise Grade Team**](https://mvp.franchisegrade.com/blog/author/admin) March 10, 2014

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So, you decided to buy into a franchise system – one that you have some passion for and one that you think your skills and experiences will make a great success.

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### How Social Media Could Shape Your Decision to Purchase a Franchise

Posted by [**Franchise Grade Team**](https://mvp.franchisegrade.com/blog/author/admin) February 6, 2014

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Social media communication can actually be a great indicator as to how a franchise system supports its franchisees. Once you’ve narrowed down your potential franchise choices, take some time to look at their social media and consider the following things.

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