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Up and coming franchise Five Guys got a big boost recently with members of the first family stopping by for their famous burgers and fries. Jason Cochran of AOL Small Business talks to founder Jerry Murrell, the next burger king.

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A number of Burger King franchises go out and a limb and declare that "Global Warming is Baloney" on restaurant signs. Bruce Watson tries to make sense of the move.

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Even the most popular chains like McDonald's started out with just one location. Which chain will people go to next? We asked our readers that exact question and got hundreds of responses. Find out which businesses you are most excited about and think could be the next hot chain.

Customers worldwide have proven franchising has a rare universal appeal. And U.S. franchisors are more than happy to supply global entrepreneurs with the opportunity to get in on this phenomenon. Here are the top global franchises for 2008.

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It's time for the annual Entrepreneur Franchise 500®. Last year's No. 1 franchise was 7-Eleven but it isn't even on this year's list of the top 20. Click forward to see the new winners.

If you think you have what it takes to be an entrepreneur, one of these 10 franchise bargains could help your startup dreams come true -- without the startup-funding nightmares.

If you are looking to scratch your entrepreneurial itch by finding a franchise that will really help reach your goals, you've come to the right place!

If you're in a hurry to be your own boss and make it big, then one of 2008's top 10 fastest-growing franchises -- offering everything from tax prep to sandwich prep -- are worth your consideration.