What do franchise buyers want in 2026? What will make them send in a check to franchise headquarters? What will make them not look for a new job-but become the owner of a franchise business in 2026? Read this post to...
Buying A Franchise Business
Joel Libava
Understanding Franchise Marketing Fees and Funds: The Ultimate Guide for Aspiring Franchisees
As a prospective franchisee, it’s essential for you to have a thorough understanding of franchise marketing fees and the marketing fund you pay into. Why? Because, these fees are a crucial aspect...
Top Franchise Research Guide
Franchise Owners Face a 2026 Healthcare Shock: Are You Ready for a $10K–$20K Hit?
The enhanced ACA subsidies have kept healthcare costs pretty affordable for thousands of franchisees. However, they expire in 13 months. Here’s what aspiring and current franchise owners need to know right now...
How To Explore Overseas Franchise Investment Opportunities
Investing in franchises overseas has the potential to be lucrative. But, as anyone who has ever tried it will tell you, it can also be extremely risky. People have lost a lot of money, simply because they didn’t...
Best Franchise Protection Tips for Long-Term Wins
Running a franchise gives you plenty of power with a proven brand and built-in support, but even when you have a strong model in place, your franchise still needs some protection. That means you’re responsible for...
The Top Traits Shared by Today’s Winning Franchisees
Ever wonder why some franchisees seem to hit the ground running and thrive while others struggle to gain traction? Let me share a secret. The difference often isn’t about the franchise system itself, but rather...
How The Stock Market Impacts Franchisees and Franchisors
How do stock market fluctuations impact franchisees and franchisors? That’s the question I’ll answer in this post. But first you need to know that the relationship between Wall Street and Main Street...
5 Ways Tariffs Can (And Will) Hurt Franchisees And How You Can Make Them Less Painful
I’ve spent decades guiding aspiring franchisees. And I don’t want them to get hurt. From choosing the right franchise to understanding the financials, I’ve pretty much seen it all. But, as of late, there’s one...
Dad Knew Best: His Simple Franchise Disclosure Document Strategy Still Works Today
My dad, Jerry Libava, taught me a lot about franchising. And like me, he liked to get right to the point. That said, one of the smartest things he taught me had to do with the Franchise Disclosure Document-and his...
5 Mistakes First-Time Franchisees Make (And How to Avoid Them)
Even with all the support that comes with a franchise, I’ve personally seen plenty of smart, capable first-time franchisees stumble in their first year as franchisees. Part of the reason is the human factor...
Why Own a Franchise Business?
In my experience, that question isn’t just a casual conversation starter—it’s the make-or-break moment that separates window shoppers from serious franchise business owners. And I’ve asked it a lot...
Franchise Owner’s Guide to a Successful Exit Strategy
Having a franchise exit strategy is crucially important in today’s business environment. Whether you’re entering a franchise agreement or already operating a franchise business, planning your eventual exit...
One Huge Advantage of Franchising That Instantly Earns Franchisees Money
There’s an advantage of franchising that’s so obvious. To me, anyway. And, to many franchisees who earn good money because of it. How? Let me tell you a little story. My Area Of The Country First off, I need...
Franchise Bookkeeping: Why Every Franchisee Needs a CPA
Although franchise bookkeeping may not be the most exciting part of being a franchisee, it’s necessary! I’m talking about managing taxes and accounting. Tasks that might not be your strong suit. But...
