Franchises
Look Out Lunch Ladies, Here Comes Wholesome Tummies
BY Jason Daley
This new franchise delivers meals to schools and kicks PB&J to the curb.
Beautify My Garage
BY Sarah Max
It's no longer just a place to park the car or the lawn mower. A number of franchises are specializing in garage makeovers.
How Ground Round, Sizzler and Bennigan's Bounced Back from Bankruptcy
BY Jason Daley
A handful of classic restaurant brands have reemerged from bankruptcy. Here's how these franchises fought their way back from the great strip mall in the sky.
Back to Civilian Life, Veterans Try Franchises
BY Dinah Wisenberg Brin
Last Veteran's Day, the franchise industry announced a new program for returning soldiers. We catch up on its progress.
Franchisee Rolling in Green from Recycling Other People's Clutter
BY Jason Daley
This 1-800-Got-Junk franchisee collects other people's unwanted stuff and finds a use for everything viable from clients' homes.
Get Organized! Cleaning Pros Offer Tips
BY Sarah Max
Warm weather brings out the neat-freak impulse. Franchises that provide everything from decluttering to reorganizing supply their best advice.
Is 'Tanning Mom' Another Setback for Sunbed Industry?
BY Dinah Wisenberg Brin
The U.S. indoor tanning industry faces renewed calls for tighter regulation amid publicity surrounding New Jersey's so-called tanning mom.
'Breastaurant' Battle Ends With Pair of Press Releases
BY Dinah Wisenberg Brin
Hooters and La Cima, a franchisee for Twin Peaks, reach an out-of-court settlement -- though the war of words continues.
Top 10 Sandwich Franchises Opportunities For 2012
BY Tracy Stapp
From Philly cheese steaks to stuffed pitas, meet the companies devouring the competition.
New President, More Overseas Investment on Yum's Menu
BY Dinah Wisenberg Brin
The parent of KFC, Pizza Hut and Taco Bell plans new growth in emerging markets like India and China with the management change.
8 Traits of Successful Franchisees
BY Jeff Elgin
Thinking about buying a franchise? It's not for everyone. Columnist Jeff Elgin says these personality types are most likely to succeed.
Men In Kilts on the 'Challenging' Startup Journey
BY Dinah Wisenberg Brin
The CEO of the window-washing franchise talks candidly about obstacles -- and provides tips for perseverance.
Franchises Turn to Automated Customer Feedback
BY Jason Daley
Innovative software empowers franchise owners to respond to customer reviews instantly.
Franchises Get Social
BY Sarah Max
Franchise companies, initially reluctant to embrace Facebook, Twitter and other social media, are finding ways to turn 'likes' and 'tweets' into dollars and cents.
Filed Your Taxes? You Deserve a Cup of Coffee
BY Dinah Wisenberg Brin
Most companies link their promotions to days that people love to celebrate. Seattle's Best Coffee, among others, is tying its latest campaign to a day that most dread...Tax Day
Successful in Pizza? How About Oil Changes
BY Jeff Elgin
These days, franchisees looking to expand are trying their luck with other brands. Here are three tips for those who want to diversify.
The Top Home-Based Franchises of 2012
BY Tracy Stapp
Want to start a business, but don't want to deal with an office or a storefront? These are the franchises for you.
Martial Arts Franchise Kicks Butt
BY Jason Daley
A martial arts franchise aims to drop-kick bullies and raise self-esteem while helping owners bring a professional approach to their business.
New Franchises Team Up and Make Co-branding Work
BY Jason Daley
Co-branding among franchises appeared to have lost its luster in recent years. But new concepts are emerging to prove that strategic combinations of businesses can cut costs and broaden the customer base.
How Two Firefighters Started Firehouse Subs Franchise
BY David Port
A firefighting-theme sandwich chain gets hot. Now with nearly 500 locations, it's grown to become one of the top sub-sandwich franchises in the U.S.
Freedom in a Fashion Franchise
BY Jason Daley
Apricot Lane franchises operate as true boutiques. And they're growing fast.
Who You Gonna Call. . . Lice Lifters?
BY Dinah Wisenberg Brin
Sometimes you dream up business ideas, other times they find you. Here's the story of a franchise business dedicated to stomping out lice.
Sports Figures Invest in a Sweet Startup
BY David Port
As Orange Leaf Frozen Yogurt franchisees, sports luminaries show their softer side.
The Hottest Sectors for Franchising
BY Tracy Stapp
Our annual Franchise 500 listing reveals 14 sectors where franchising is booming with opportunity. Here's a look.
After a Post-9/11 Slump, an Entrepreneur Turns to Franchising
BY Jason Daley
Greg Carafello was at his flagship location on Sept. 11. He escaped after the second plane hit. Not only did he lose his main branch, but also his best friend.
Got-Junk Founder Meets House Painter, Starts New Franchise
BY Dinah Wisenberg Brin
When Brian Scudamore of 1-800-Got-Junk hired a contractor to spruce up his old house, he found the second brand he'd been looking for. Now, the two have joined forces for 1-888-Wow-1Day! Painting.Ads by Google
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