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Are you ready for the material changes for franchisors under the new Code?

Gift vouchers and loyalty schemes are ways for franchise networks to entice new customers and encourage brand loyalty.

Recent changes to the Franchising Code of Conduct are set to change how franchisor legal costs are dealt with.

Franchise agreements within the definition of a small business contract should be reviewed to ensure compliance.

The ACCC's focus on the conduct of franchisors is a timely reminder to review compliance with the Franchising Code.

This case highlights the need for caution by property developers when dealing with prospective tenants and purchasers.

The proposed legislation would extend consumer protections against unfair contract terms to small business contracts.

On 2 April 2014, the Government released exposure drafts of the amended Code.

Anyone in a franchise network with employees on 457 visas must understand and comply with their obligations as a sponsor.

Discusses the role of franchising & key findings & strategic recommendations. Trends impacting the sector.

Prevention and careful planning at the outset is better than ending up in a costly and protracted franchise dispute.

It highlights the enforcement actions it has taken against franchisors for breaches of the Franchising Code of Conduct.

Parties to a franchise agreement and those who propose to enter into a franchise agreement must act 'with good faith'.

For most successful business owners, franchising sounds like a natural next step. The business works, the brand has traction, and the margins look sound enough to share. What the growth plans rarely account for is that franchising is not simply an expansion strategy. It is a change in what you do for a living.

If you wish to buy a franchised business which operates from any premises other than your home, you will need a lease.

Restraint clauses can be useful to protect business interests, but in certain circumstances, they may not be enforceable.

There are various ways to leave your franchise business without breaching your franchise agreement.