Franchising law involves helping new business owners evaluate franchising opportunities, and assist in the purchase and operation of business franchises -- an alternative to starting a new, independent business from scratch. Franchising allows businesses owners to reduce their investment risk by associating with an established company, but may also require business owners to relinquish significant control over their business.
Homosassa Springs is a census-designated place (CDP) in Citrus County, Florida, United States. The population was 12,458 at the 2000 census. The name derives from the warm spring located in the Wildlife State Park that attracts manatees to the area.