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The International Franchise Association (IFA) issued the following statement in response to the U.S.

As 2024 is underway, many of us have been tackling the goals we set for the year to come.

The International Franchise Association has released policy recommendations to strengthen the franchise model and improve outcomes in franchising.

Employer news and trends include the FTC’s final ruling on noncompetes, the impact on franchisors and franchisees, and top franchises for women.

Franchising can be an enticing avenue for entrepreneurs, but navigating the complex legal landscape can be challenging, especially for those with limited funds.

The Federal Trade Commission recently issued a new rule that may void non-compete clauses for American workers, sparking a debate about the potential economic impact.

Franchise advertising laws are essential for franchisors and franchisees, with federal and state regulations requiring transparency and fairness in franchising.

In the dynamic landscape of franchising, compliance is a critical aspect that ensures the smooth operation of franchise systems while maintaining legal and ethical standards.

Pacific Cataract and Laser Institute announced a data privacy event that may have impacted the personal and protected health information of certain individuals, taking immediate steps to address the situation.

More than half of the U.S. population uses mobile payments when shopping.

As we ring in 2024, many of us have begun mapping out goals for the year to come.

Franchises have to provide a Franchise Disclosure Documents (FDDs) to franchisees and go through a registration process in certain states.

Amazon and Google are being sued for allegedly penalizing third-party sellers and excluding competing firms.

Franchising is a process in which an entrepreneur partners with a corporate brand to open a business.

A franchise is a business model that allows individuals to own and operate their own businesses using an established brand, products, and services of a parent company.

Article discusses the basics of franchising and its benefits for both franchisors and franchisees.

The FTC investigates the acquisition of Subway by Roark Capital, citing concerns over an unfair monopoly in the fast-food sandwich market.

With the franchise model facing unprecedented regulatory challenges at the federal and state level, the International Franchise Association (IFA) announced the formation of the IFA Law Center.

Franchisors can choose to hire an in-house chief development officer or outsource this role to a third party that specializes in franchise sales and development.

Legislation regulating the private relationship between franchisor and franchisee threatens the franchise business model.

Essential tools and resources for effective franchise research include websites, interviews, and news features, which provide valuable information for potential franchisees.

A lot has happened over the past few months—from the anticipated joint employer rule from the National Labor Relations Board (NLRB), to continuing action from the Federal Trade Commission (FTC)…

The International Franchise Association (IFA) pushes back against government overreach in franchising, advocating for the industry's interests.

The Franchise Consumer Experience Report highlights customer experience management market growth and AI's impact on customer experience.