Beyond the FTC, other publications exist providing additional information to consider before making important decisions such as buying an existing business of franchise.
Raising Capital
Intended to acquaint entrepreneurs, this publication is intended for people who are considering raising capital for their businesses, with the variety of legal and business issues that should generally be addressed.
To Buy or Not To Buy
A collection of things to consider before buying an existing business or franchise.
An Introduction to Franchising
An overview of franchising as a business tool and the limited public regulation of franchising. This publication seeks to give the business professional a starting point for understanding franchising and evaluating franchise opportunities
Other Publications
Making Franchise Decisions – MFA Worldwide
Making The Franchise Decision is a workbook to use in evaluating different franchisor opportunities. It contains questions you might considering asking potential franchisors and questions for you to answer as your progress through a potential franchisor’s Franchise Disclosure Document.
Buy an Existing Business of Franchise – Small Business Association
A publication from the US Small Business Administration that describes the difference between buying a franchise and buying a business and provides some different things to consider before buying a franchise.