The U.S. Small Business Administration just named the Florida Small Business Development Center (SBDC) at the University of Central Florida (UCF) its National SBDC of the Year. That’s one winner out of...
I’m going to say something that might make some franchisors and franchisees in food-service businesses uncomfortable. I’m worried about food franchises. Not mildly concerned. I’m actually...
The dirty soda beverage franchise category just got bigger in Florida. Swig, the brand that invented the “dirty soda” concept, has signed a 25-unit franchise deal covering Port St. Lucie, Palm...
You spent a lot of time researching and choosing the franchise you ended up purchasing. You studied the FDD. You hired a franchise attorney. You did everything right. Then you opened a checking account without...
You’ve found a franchise opportunity that does it for you. The concept seems brilliant, the branding is razor-sharp, and you can already envision a wildly-successful grand opening. It feels like the perfect...
This: What is your favorite part of being a Franchise Attorney? But before I share their answers, you need to know that Franchise Attorneys are among the most specialized legal professionals in practice today. They...
A Goldfish Swim School franchisee just received a major industry honor. And the story behind the award is worth knowing. BHB Group, led by partners Katie Lee, Brian Bayer, and Hope Bayer, was named the 2026 Most...
I’ve spent 25+ years in the franchise industry. I’ve seen good franchisors. I’ve seen bad ones. I’ve seen systems that looked great in the brochure and turned into nightmares the moment you...
You opened your franchise. Customers walked in. Sales happened. Congratulations! So now what? On Franchisees Getting Repeat BusinessHere’s the truth most new franchisees learn the hard way: getting a customer is...
The functional fitness space is heating up. PVOLVE franchise headquarters just announced the opening of 6 new locations across the United States. The fitness franchise brand now has 38 total locations nationwide. And...
I’ve been involved in and writing about franchising for over 25 years. I’ve helped 1,000+ of people research, evaluate, and either buy or walk away from a franchise opportunity. I just updated what I...
I know a lot about franchisee failures. It’s terrible when they happen. In my 25 years in franchising, I’ve watched good people lose their savings. Even their retirement funds. And I’ve heard of...
PostNet had a strong year in 2025. The printing and shipping franchise brand awarded 32 franchises across its network — and opened 14 new locations. Those are real numbers worth looking at. Breaking Down the 32...
Let’s say you’ve found a franchise business concept you like. The numbers look pretty decent. The territory is available. But here’s what most aspiring franchisees overlook entirely: the people running...
Monkey DOOZ® Kids Salon, a children’s salon brand with more than two decades of real-world operating history is now franchising. And it’s looking for franchisees, nationwide. From a Press Release: Monkey...
$150 a barrel oil and franchising. Are you ready? Let’s talk about something most of the folks in the franchise industry won’t touch. Oil. And the impact of $150 a barrel oil* on specific franchise sectors...
Are you thinking about buying a junk removal franchise? If so, you may not have heard of JUNKCO+. It’s a newer brand. But it has some serious muscle behind it. Especially since JUNKCO+ franchisees offer several...
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