Written by Grant Garraway - Franchise Consultants The franchise market in Australia is very substantial, with an annual economic impact of over $201 billion and employing more than 549,000 people . It includes over 1,230 franchise networks (all according to ibisworld.com.au ) and more than 94,000 individual franchise outlets (according to the Franchise Council of Australia). Economic Impact: The industry generates an economic impact of more than $201 billion annually. Empl

Written By Caroline Snow Senior Lawyer @ legalVision.com.au If you want to start a new business or buy a franchise from a brand overseas, you may be considering becoming a master franchisee. Master franchisees will often be used where franchise networks are expanding interstate or internationally. This article will outline some of the key considerations when becoming a franchisee and the pros and cons of this structure. What Is a Master Franchisee? Master franchising, like ot