QSRweb.com - According to a new survey of franchisees and franchisors, franchise business growth could grind to a halt if the current tax rates aren't extended beyond their Dec. 31 expiration date.

The results of IFA's annual Franchise Business Leader Survey, conducted Nov. 13-28, show 79 percent of franchisees and 73 percent of franchisors believe failure by Congress to extend current tax rates and avoid the "fiscal cliff" will have a negative impact on hiring and growth plans moving forward. Continue