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.
Lake Mary is a city in Seminole County, Florida, United States. The population was 11,456 at the 2000 census. As of 2006, the population recorded by the U.S. Census Bureau is 14,718. . Lake Mary is part of the Orlando–Kissimmee Metropolitan Statistical Area. Rated by Money magazine as the #4 best place to live in America in the August 2007 issue.