Franchising in the Philippines: Is the Upfront Fee Fair?
There is no general cap on franchise fees in the Philippines. Learn how to compare charges, what is included and what you receive before signing.
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Free guides for buying a franchise and franchising your business in Philippines, plus the latest articles from the Quality Franchise Association.
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Franchising in the Philippines: Check Your Renewal Rights
Franchise renewal is not automatic. Check the conditions, fees and notice deadlines before signing.
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Franchising in the Philippines: The Right to Relocate
Before buying a franchise, find out whether you can relocate, how to obtain permission and who will cover the costs.
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Franchising in the Philippines: When You Cannot Run the Business
Before buying a franchise, clarify who can step in if you fall ill and how the business will keep operating.
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Franchising in the Philippines: Who Owns the Equipment?
Equipment may be included in the package, but is it really yours? Check ownership, paperwork and usage rights before buying a franchise.
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Franchising in the Philippines: Review the Audit Rights
Find out who can inspect your records, when you may be charged, and how to challenge incorrect audit findings.
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Franchise Renewal: Set the Rules Before Offering a Franchise
Prepare a clear franchise renewal process covering criteria, notices, costs and decisions before the agreement expires.
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Choosing a Franchise Partner in the Philippines
Being able to pay is not enough. Establish a clear process for assessing a prospective franchise partner’s capabilities, time commitment and expectations.
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Testing a Branch Before Franchising Your Business
Can your business run without you? Test it in a branch before offering the system to prospective franchisees.
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Protecting Your Brand Before Franchising Your Business
Make sure ownership, registration and permission to use your trade marks are clear before offering a franchise in the Philippines.
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Create an Operations Manual Before Franchising Your Business
Turn the owner’s know-how into clear procedures. Learn how to create an operations manual that a new franchisee can use.
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Setting Fees Before Franchising Your Business
Learn how to base initial franchise fees and royalties on actual costs so you can support each outlet over the long term.
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QFA: Protect your brand before offering franchises
The QFA sets out how businesses should establish trade mark ownership, registration and permission to use their brands before offering franchises in the Philippines.
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QFA: Check the scope and cost of franchise audits
New QFA guidance highlights audit scope, potential charges and the right to respond to findings from a review of franchise records.
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QFA: Base franchise fees on the cost of support
The QFA sets out a basis for franchise fees: clearly defined services, actual costs and each outlet’s ability to meet its operating expenses.
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