Franchise support: what to assess before you buy
Learn how to assess a franchisor’s operational support, check what the Brazilian franchise disclosure document promises and understand the limits before investing.
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The franchisor’s accounts: what to assess before buying
Learn how to analyse a franchisor’s financial statements and identify financial risks before investing in a franchise in Brazil.
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Buying an existing franchise: what to check before you commit
Buying an operating franchise in Brazil means checking its figures, liabilities and the franchisor’s approval. Here is how to assess a resale before taking over.
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Franchise suppliers: what to assess before buying
Check mandatory suppliers, minimum purchase requirements and rejection rules to assess a franchise’s supply arrangements before signing.
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Franchise working capital: how to calculate it before you buy
Learn how to estimate a franchise’s cash reserve, check the assumptions in its Brazilian disclosure document and assess whether your available funds can sustain the business.
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Brazilian franchise disclosure documents: checking delivery and the statutory waiting period
Learn how to record receipt of Brazil’s franchise disclosure document (COF), check its annexes and allow time for review before signing or paying.
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Franchise territories: set the rules before expanding
Learn how to define territories, distinguish exclusivity from priority rights and organise digital sales before franchising your business.
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Selecting franchisees: how to assess your first candidates
Develop criteria, interviews and practical exercises to select your first franchisees without basing decisions solely on their ability to invest.
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Franchise royalties: how to set them before expanding
Learn how to choose a basis for calculating royalties, test their impact and document the charges before franchising your business.
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Your franchise brand: what to check before expanding
Check trade mark ownership, protection at Brazil’s INPI and brand-related risks before offering franchises of your business.
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Franchise manuals: how to document operations before expanding
Turn business routines into usable manuals, with clear procedures, comprehension checks and version control.
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Delivering the COF: organise the process before offering franchises
Learn how to control document versions, prove delivery of Brazil’s franchise disclosure document and observe the statutory waiting period before signing agreements or collecting fees.
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Black Friday 2026 brings offers from 48 franchise networks in Brazil
Promotions include reduced franchise fees, special terms for stock and temporary royalty waivers, with initial investments starting at R$6,900.
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ABF CON 2026 brings franchise sector together to discuss the agenda for 2027
The convention in Comandatuba explored profitability, tax certainty and the ABF leadership transition ahead of 2027.
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Vó Alzira targets 400 stores in São Paulo by 2030
With 100 stores in São Paulo state, the chain is prioritising expansion before selling a stake and using sales data to support franchisees.
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