Chain Leader - November 1, 2008

With credit markets tightening as a result of the current financial crisis, franchisors and franchisees of emerging restaurant concepts will likely have trouble meeting their development agreements. Those who can find willing lenders will be required to put up more equity--and more information--to get their hands on a loan.

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• Editorial
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• How To Grow To 100 Units
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• VIP Radio
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