Franchises
Franchises Oppose NYC Soda Ban Plan
BY Dinah Wisenberg Brin
The folks selling mega-sodas at food courts and fast-food drive-thrus are not very sweet on New York Mayor Michael Bloomberg's plan to ban large sugary drinks. Questions to Ask Before Buying a Red-Hot Franchise
BY Tracy Stapp
Sure, a high-flying company seems like a great investment . . . until it's not. Here's how to avoid buying into a company that's ill-prepared for rapid growth. Subway's Tweets Top List
BY Dinah Wisenberg Brin
A recent survey finds that the sandwich franchise beats out McDonald's, Starbuck and others when it comes to social media. We asked why. How to Make Your Business Franchise-Friendly
BY Randy Myers
If you have a hunch your business model is sound and repeatable, doing some groundwork now can make it easier to franchise later. A Franchise Grapples with Hypergrowth
BY Dinah Wisenberg Brin
Complete Nutrition, one of the fastest-growing franchises on Entrepreneur's 2012 Franchise 500 list, was forced to freeze new franchise sales for 15 months when its concept took off. Waxing for Young Girls? Franchise's Promotion Draws Heat
BY Dinah Wisenberg Brin
Uni K Wax Centers raises eyebrows after it offers discounts on waxing services to girls 15 years and younger. Advice for Franchisors: Treat Franchisees Well
BY Dinah Wisenberg Brin
Ever hear of the Filet-O-Fish sandwich? Or the Blizzard frozen treat? Both were invented by franchisees -- not the parent company. Looking to Buy a Franchise? Here's How to Start
BY Colleen DeBaise
If the cookie-cutter franchise model appeals to you, then take these first five steps. 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. 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. 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 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 Opening-Day Lessons from a Wendy's Restaurant
BY Carol Tice
Opening day should be a big event for any new restaurant or business. Here are some tips on how to make yours a good one. 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. 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. 
