Re: Business Development

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As an "entrepreneur," do you really expect to get this kind
of legal advice on a free chatboard???

On 8/02/05, Jeff wrote:
> I have a new business concept that I have been developing
> for the past year. I am interested in franchising the
> concept. However that is very restrictive, expensive and
> time consuming. I have been approached by several people
> wanting to be involved with this concept. I am interested
> in selling a number of turn key Get & Go Express
> operations to individuals. At least enough to help fund
> the franchising costs. However I do not want to lose all
> control over these owner/operators. My question is, Can I
> sell someone a turnkey Get & Go Express including our
> patent pending building design, Trademarks including "Get
> & Go Express" and " Home of the 25 Cent Soda" while still
> having control over how they use the building and name?
> Can I later turn the previous purchasers into franchisees?
> Thank you in advance for your help!