Carrie Bach, online writer for Entrepreneur's Startups, recently shared her "10 Reasons to Purchase a Franchise" with a world-wide audience.

It's a well-written and thoroughly researched list that includes advice from industry believers. From "You are buying a proven formula" to "A franchise is more attractive to the SBA," Carrie opens the door to franchising even during a troubled economy.

She also offers a must-read sidebar on "Who shouldn't buy?" Franchising isn't for everyone, and one reason titled, "You can be your own boss (almost)" offers a clue as to why certain people, though well qualified, almost always find franchising not to their liking.