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Links Related to Franchising
Legal Sites
Martindale-Hubbel Lawyer Search
ABA’s Franchising Forum
Government Sites
Federal Trade Commission
FTC’s Guide to State Franchise Laws
Securities and Exchange Commission
Small Business Administration
U.S. Business Advisor
U.S. Department of Commerce-International Trade Administration
U.S. International Trade Commission
Franchise Associations
American Association of Franchisees and Dealers
American Franchisee Association
International Franchisee Association (Predominately Franchisor Group)
Franchise Business Sites
American Association of Franchisees and Dealers
Nation’s Restaurant News
Restaurant Business Magazine
Entrepreneur Magazine
Income Opportunities Magazine
National Association of Convenience Stores
National Restaurant Association