If a franchiser encourages you to sign without reading the agreement, or discourages you from "spending the money on an attorney," this is a warning sign that the franchiser might be dishonest.

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Franchisers should always encourage potential franchisees to thoroughly read and seek legal advice on the franchise agreement before signing it. Discouraging them from doing so may indicate that the franchiser is attempting to hide something or take advantage of the franchisee.

If a Franchiser Encourages You to Sign Without Reading the Agreement