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Tips for Finding a Franchise Loan

Tips for Finding a Franchise Loan

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SBA franchise loans are on the rise, but you still need seed money and a carefully honed business plan. The SBA's Steve Smits provides advice.
December 14, 2011 in Franchise 500
How Pizza Hut Made a Comeback

How Pizza Hut Made a Comeback

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Lower prices and a new restaurant design propel Pizza Hut back into the top 10 on this year's Franchise 500 List.
December 14, 2011 in Franchise 500
Three Franchise Industries to Watch

Three Franchise Industries to Watch

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Here's a look at three of the most popular industries in this year's Franchise 500 and the trends that are shaping their future.
December 14, 2011 in Franchise 500
The Top 100 Low-Cost Franchises for 2011

The Top 100 Low-Cost Franchises for 2011

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Franchises with lower costs of entry can make it easier to be your own boss. Here's a look at the strategies behind low-cost franchising and where to find successful opportunities.
November 8, 2011 in Low Cost
The Top Global Franchises of 2011

The Top Global Franchises of 2011

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Franchising is exploding in international markets, from Latin America to Asia to Europe and beyond. Here's a look at the franchises leading the worldwide expansion, along with insight on how to succeed on the global stage.
September 30, 2011 in Global

The Top 30 Franchises in the Business of Caring

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Use our list of 30 child-, health- and senior-care franchises to find the right opportunity for you.
July 26, 2011 in Franchises
Franchise Slashes Fees to Spur Jobs

Franchise Slashes Fees to Spur Jobs

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Anago Cleaning Systems founder David Povlitz is lowering the price for its master franchises to $35,000 to help promote self-employment.
July 11, 2011 in Franchises
How to Open a Coffee Bar

How to Open a Coffee Bar

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Consider these essentials to help make your caffeinated dreams come true. Plus, a list of the leading coffee franchises.
June 21, 2011 in Magazine
The Top 101 Home-Based Franchises

The Top 101 Home-Based Franchises

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Sometimes the best ideas for launching a business can start right at your kitchen table--and stay there
May 24, 2011 in Franchises
The Top Food Franchises

The Top Food Franchises

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Our list of the top restaurant franchises--and how to be innovative when it comes to the most important meal of the day.
March 22, 2011 in Franchise 500
Photos: Top 10 Fastest-Growing Franchises

Top 10 Fastest-Growing Franchises

From cleaning services to fast food, here are the companies that are expanding their franchise footprint.
January 28, 2011 in Franchise 500
Fastest Growing Franchises of 2010

Fastest Growing Franchises of 2010

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Check out our list of the systems that outpaced the rest amid a challenging economic environment.
January 24, 2011 in Fastest-Growing
More Zoom, Less Gloom -- the Franchise 500 Report

More Zoom, Less Gloom -- the Franchise 500 Report

Once again it's the economy that is shaping the franchising outlook -- but this time for the better.
December 20, 2010 in Franchises
Why Hampton Hotels Ranks No. 1 on the Franchise 500 List

Why Hampton Hotels Ranks No. 1 on the Franchise 500 List

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By finding its niche in the middle, Hampton Hotels comes out on top.
December 12, 2010 in Franchises
Back to Basics: Trends Shaping Franchising

Back to Basics: Trends Shaping Franchising

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Value. Affordability. Service. That's the winning combination for success in this year's Franchise 500.
December 12, 2010 in Franchises

The Top 10 Franchises

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Welcome a new No. 1 and the return of an American institution.
December 12, 2010 in Franchises

Understanding the Franchise 500 Ranking

How Entrepreneur compiles its megalist of the world's top franchise systems.
December 12, 2010 in Franchises
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