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Franchising is a process in which an entrepreneur partners with a corporate brand to open a business. The franchisee owns and operates that location using the franchisor's brand name, logo, products, services and other assets.

By Luca Piacentini1851 Franchise Managing EditorUpdated 9:35 AM • 08/18/21

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