For rankings, see Entrepreneur Magazine's Franchise 500.

For recent industry news, try Franchising World. For books related to franchising, search the library catalog.

Trade associations like the International Franchise Association and the American Association of Franchisees and Dealers have information about the state of the industry, as well as information about starting a franchise.

For franchising opportunities, see IFA's Franchise Opportunities Guides, available at the Lippincott Information Desk at call number HF5429.3 A46.

See the FTC's Franchising FAQs, as well as the guidance documents and general franchise guidance page for franchise and business opportunities.