Franchise sector expects better 2010

Franchise sector expects better 2010
Monday, February 01, 2010
BY JOEL BERG
http://www.pennlive.com/news/patriotnews/index.ssf?/base/news/1265036188308660.xml&coll=1
For The Patriot-News
After a dismal 2009, the franchise business is hoping for better times in 2010.

The sector is expected to add about 36,000 jobs this year after shedding more than 400,000 last year, according to a forecast released by the International Franchise Association, based in Washington. It represents about 1,300 franchisors and 12,000 franchisees.

The recovery would be stronger if loans were easier to get, according to the association.

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