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.
Highwood is a census-designated place (CDP) in Chouteau County, Montana, United States. The population was 189 at the 2000 census. It first had a post office opened in 1881. It was closed and reopened a few times until 1886 after which it has remained open continuously.