Thinking About Buying a Franchise? – "Ask-the-Expert" - Amoskeag Business Incubator

Manchester, NH, July 09, 2010 --(PR.com)-- If you’re interested in owning your own business, you might want to explore franchise opportunities as a possible business option. Buying a franchise offers some distinct and immediate advantages such as ease of entry, name recognition, good will, and established products. However, in exchange for these advantages, you’ll be asked to give up some elements of control and will have to weigh the pros and cons. Franchise considerations is the topic of focus in the July “Ask-the-Expert” on-line forum featuring expert Attorney Gina Norris of Wiggin & Nourie, P.A.

According to Norris, “Buying a franchise can be a great choice for entrepreneurs who are looking for a new business ownership opportunity without starting from scratch.” Her “Ask-the-Expert” article outlines important considerations to keep in mind before signing a franchise agreement. To read more and get your questions answered, visit www.abi-nh.com or www.unionleader.com, and click on “Ask-the-Expert”. You’ll receive a personal response via e-mail and all questions and answers will be posted to both Websites. This article will be posted throughout the month of July.

The “Ask-the-Expert” on-line forum is a collaborative effort between the Amoskeag Business Incubator and the Manchester Union Leader.

Gina M. Norris, Esq., is an attorney with law firm of Wiggin & Nourie, P.A., where she is a member of the firm’s Business Law and Real Estate Law groups. Attorney Norris focuses her practice on business transactions, and debt and equity financing. She represents both commercial and individual clients in the drafting, negotiation, and review of contracts, including leases, licenses agreements, employment agreements, supply agreements, and secured transactions. She provides counsel to start-up businesses with regard to entity choice and formation, corporate governance issues, shareholder relations, and general corporate representation. Attorney Norris practices in both the Manchester and Portsmouth offices.

The “Ask-the-Expert” on-line forum features an array of specialists representing New Hampshire. Past topics have included: starting a small business; social media; international trade; tax management; government procurement; the venture capital process; patents, trademarks & copyrights; and disaster preparedness for business technology. All articles, along with the questions and responses, remain available for viewing at www.abi-nh.com.

About the Amoskeag Business Incubator (abi): The abi is a non-profit 501(c)(3) organization that provides affordable office space and technical assistance to early stage companies creating a supportive entrepreneurial environment that stimulates the growth of businesses, ensures economic vitality for the community and encourages job creation. For more information, please contact the abi at 603-629-9511, visit www.abi-nh.com or e-mail info@abi-nh.com.

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