If you are new to franchising, you may only be familiar with the unit franchise offering, which is the basic license to allow another person to operate his or her own business using your brand and systems. Different types of franchise ownership include:
Single Unit Ownership: One franchise location, operated by the owner
Multi-Unit Development: Multiple franchise locations under one owner
Area Representative Ownership: Recruits franchisees and provides regional support
Master Franchise Ownership: Assumes role as franchisor in a large territory (Most often Internationally)
Fractional Franchise: Franchise within an existing business
