The International Franchise Association (IFA) was established in 1960 to build and maintain a favorable economic and regulatory climate for franchising.  It is the only association serving as the voice for franchising in the United States and is a major participant in the international franchise arena.  IFA's mission is to enhance and to safeguard the business environment for franchising worldwide.  Franchise Clique is a proud partner of the IFA and recommend spending time on their site to gather even more information to help decide which Franchise or business opportunity is right for you.  Below are a list of the most frequently asked questions when starting your Franchise search.  This was conducted from a study for the International Franchise Association Educational Foundation, by PriceWaterhouseCoopers.

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There are many questions and options to consider when acquiring a franchise. Below are several links to provide you information to get you started. This information is courtesy of the International Franchise Association, which Franchise Clique is a proud member of. The IFA's mission is to enhance and to safeguard the business environment for franchising worldwide. Today, more than 75 industries operate within the franchising format, and IFA's membership and network encompass some 1,000 franchisors, 350 suppliers, and over 7,000 franchisee members.

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