A. Ownership & Corporate Format

What kind of business (such as sole proprietor, LLC, S-Corporation, Company, Trust, etc) is it/will it be? When was it/will it be established? In what state is it/will it be chartered? Who are the owners and what percentage do/will they own?

   
B. History of the Business

For existing businesses: talk about the major milestones of development including opening, break-even, major changes to products/services, important personnel additions, and relocations.

For new businesses: talk about the preparations and planning you've done so far in anticipation of opening the company.

   
C. The Franchisor

Provide a description of the franchise company including information about its origins, the number of franchise units in operation, total sales by the franchise units, and any awards our rankings the company has received in franchise opportunities guides or Entrepreneur Magazine or other awards.