Being a franchisee has its perks over starting a brand-new business, but you still need capital. Here are three ways to ...

The concept of franchising reportedly started with Benjamin Franklin and a printing partnership back in 1731, but it really took off in the 1960s, with brands like McDonald’s, Dairy Queen and Holiday ...

There’s no such thing as a one-size-fits-all franchise — the best match depends on the owner’s goals, skills, and lifestyle. A franchise consultant uses a three-tiered approach: hard objectives, ...

Today, the Coalition to Save Local Businesses (CSLB), a group of local small business owners, franchise brands, and industry associations, applauded the U.S. House of Representatives’ introduction of ...

According to the International Franchise Association estimates, the franchise industry was expected to add more than 20,000 new franchise units in 2025. That is an increase of at least 2.5% in ...

Understanding franchise competition is pivotal for both franchisors and franchisees for several reasons. Firstly, it helps in developing a robust business strategy. By analyzing competitors, a ...