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meats, are concerned. Finding alternatives or coming up with modifi cations
become tough questions and pose diffi cult problems.
Because restaurants and real estate are linked, real estate laws and reg-
ulations have a signifi cant impact on franchises. In several countries, there
is no protection or compensation against real estate losses that result from
private or governmental decisions. Also, sometimes no explanation or rea-
sons are given for certains actions. This uncertainty is a leading cause of hes-
itations for many franchisors. Also, lease agreements vary from country to
country. Franchise renewals become uncertain ...