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Evaluating Franchise Opportunities: Management and Planning SeriesBy Small Business AdministrationThe success rate for franchise-owned businesses is very high. According to studies conducted by the U.S. Department of Commerce from 1971 to 1987, less than 5 percent of franchised businesses failed or were discontinued in each of those years. However, success is not guaranteed. One of the biggest mistakes that you can make is to be in a hurry to get into business.
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