Ultimate Book of Franchises : From the Franchise Experts at Entrepreneur Magazine

Entrepreneur Magazine's Ultimate Book of Franchises includes everything you need to know about buying a franchise. Culled from Entrepreneur magazine's more than 20 years of research and reporting on the world of franchises, this book is packed with practical, how-to advice to guide you through every step on the road to franchise ownership.

Inside, you'll find:

*The most comprehensive listing of franchise companies available anywhere--more than 1,000 companies!
*In-depth facts and figures, including companies' contact information, costs, company size, training and support, franchise qualifications and financial-stability ratings
*"Top 10" lists and rankings to help you quickly identify the perfect franchise for your needs
*Expert advice on researching your franchise options, including how to put the Internet to work for you
*Tips for negotiating a successful franchise agreement

... and much more! If you've ever considered buying a franchise, look no further--this Ultimate guide is the only tool you'll need.

Rieva Leonsky, a nationally recognized expert on small business, provides guidance, inspiration and advice to millions of entrepreneurs each month as Senior Vice President/Editorial Director of Entrepreneur magazine.

Maria Anton-Conley, Executive Editor of Entrepreneur magazine, oversees Entrepreneur's annual Franchise 500, the renowned annual listing of franchises on which this book is based, and Entrepreneur's Franchise Zone (www.entrepreneur.com/franchise), the most comprehensive franchise Web site in the world.