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This Subway Franchise Owner Accepts Bitcoins
The owner of a Subway shop in Allentown, Pa., is now accepting the virtual currency as payment for sandwiches.
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Buying a Franchise
The Top 10 Franchises for 2012
These franchises made their way to the top by giving customers what they want: tasty food, quick service, quality care and non-pointy soap.
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Will Dunkin’ Go the Way of Burger King or McDonald’s?
Our franchise columnist looks how a change in the ownership structure can impact franchisees
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If you're planning to start a franchise with the aim of selling it one day, you'll need to plan ahead with your end goal in mind. Here's advice that can help get you started.
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The Top 10 Sandwich Franchises of 2012
From Philly cheese steaks to stuffed pitas, meet the companies devouring the competition.
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Top 10 Fastest-Growing Franchises
From cleaning services to fast food, here are the companies that are expanding their franchise footprint.
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Fastest Growing Franchises of 2010
Check out our list of the systems that outpaced the rest amid a challenging economic environment.
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The Top 10 Franchises of 2011
Welcome a new No. 1 and the return of an American institution.
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The Top 10 Franchises of 2011 (Slideshow)
A look at the systems that have earned their bragging rights.
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30 Years of the Franchise 500
From McDonald's to Subway, see how franchises have changed with the times.
Buying a Franchise
Subway Hits the Spot
The No. 1 franchise on our 30th Annual Franchise 500® marks some milestones of its own.