Buying a franchise means entering into a formal agreement with your franchisor.
Franchise agreements dictate how you run the business, so there may be little room for creativity.
There are usually restrictions on where you operate, the products you sell and the suppliers you use.
Bad performances by other franchisees may affect your franchise's reputation.
Buying a franchise means ongoing sharing of profit with the franchisor.
Franchisors do not have to renew an agreement at the end of the franchise term.