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.
Schwenksville is a borough in Montgomery County, Pennsylvania, United States. The population was 1,693 at the 2000 census. It is notable for being located near the site of the Philadelphia Folk Festival. The borough was founded by George Schwenk, whose son served in George Washington's army. The town was the inspiration for the protagonist in Catherine Gilbert Murdock's novel Dairy Queen (2006).