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Buying a Franchise

This Entrepreneur Ignored the Worst Advice Ever — and Built a $10 Million Business

After her husband's sudden heart attack, she inherited a struggling business and $700,000 in debt. Instead of listening to many people and giving up, she rebuilt — and today the business is worth $10 million.

By Carl Stoffers

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Franchise Industry Descends on D.C. to Advocate for ‘Independence and Flexibility’

By Carl Stoffers

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These Are the Top 10 Children’s Franchises in 2025

By Carl Stoffers

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This Simple Strategy Will Help Franchisees Get Customers and Scale Faster

By Trevor Rappleye

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She Started a Business in Her 50s — and Still Leads It Nearly 20 Years Later: ‘Don’t Let Fear Stop You.’

Cathy Deano co-founded Painting with a Twist at 56 to help her community heal. Seventeen years later, she's still leading the way.

By Carl Stoffers

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A Gas Station Giant Just Bought a Restaurant Franchise for $566 Million — Here’s Why

The massive acquisition demonstrates how convenience retailers are moving deeper into food service — and reshaping the franchise landscape.

By Carl Stoffers

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Congress Makes a Major Push for Franchise Independence With a New Bipartisan Bill

The American Franchise Act would define franchisors and franchisees as independent employers, a change franchise groups say is long overdue.

By Carl Stoffers

Buying a Franchise

Thinking About Franchising Your Business? Read This First.

A great idea isn't enough. To succeed as a franchise, you need proof, process and patience.

By Ray Titus

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She Moved to the U.S. at 17 and Worked at a Gas Station — Then Became CEO of a $1 Billion Brand

Shirin Behzadi's journey from a war-torn childhood to the C-suite is a masterclass in resilience.

By Carl Stoffers

Business News

A ClaimTek Medical Billing Franchise has Multiple Revenue Stream Potential

Owners can tap into 12+ billing and practice management revenue streams.

By Matthew Goldstein

Thought Leaders

Leadership in the Franchise Lane: Why Agility and Accountability Are Non-Negotiable in Today’s C-Suite

Agility and accountability aren't buzzwords in today's c-suite environment, they're the guardrails that keep a brand on course when the road ahead takes an unexpected turn.

By Gigi Schweikert

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The Compensation Strategy That Builds Sustainable Franchise Growth

When team members think like owners, they make decisions that protect and grow the brand for the long haul.

By Dan Rowe

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Franchisors Have a Secret Weapon Against Rising Costs. Here’s How It Works.

Franchise strategist Nick Powills explains how franchisors buffer owners with scale purchasing, diversified sourcing and cost-cutting playbooks.

By Carl Stoffers

Buying a Franchise

These Are the Top 10 Burger Franchises in 2025 — And They Can Make More Than $1 Million a Year

The top 10 burger franchises on the Franchise 500 aren't just fan favorites — they're smart investments with brand strength, franchisee support and growth to back them up.

By Carl Stoffers

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This Husband and Wife Started a Business in One of the Fastest-Growing Areas of the Country. Now They Have 9 Locations — Some Doing Over $1 Million a Year.

Chad and Tiffany Mussmon grew from a single The Little Gym in 1997 to seven locations plus two Snapology territories — and now run a co-branded hub built for busy families.

By Carl Stoffers

Buying a Franchise

See Which Former Super Bowl MVP Just ‘Stole’ Danny DeVito’s Jersey Mike’s Job

DeVito helped humanize the brand, but a new NFL deal has Jersey Mike's turning to a fresh source of star power.

By Carl Stoffers

Buying a Franchise

Want to Start a Business? This Franchise Will Give You Up to $100,000 to Do It.

Firehouse Subs is cutting startup costs for certain franchisees with a new round of incentives worth up to $100,000 per restaurant.

By Carl Stoffers

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This Entrepreneur Turned a Weekend Side Hustle Into a Business That Doubled Margins — And Is on Track for $7 Million

Sal Longo turned a daycare side gig into a real business. After a back-to-basics reset, Busy Bee Jumpers earned $5.5 million last year from a single location.

By Carl Stoffers

Buying a Franchise

She Started a Business to Allow Seniors to Stay at Home — Then Grew Revenue By Nearly 40% and Expanded Into 3 Territories

Beth Copeland turned a deeply personal experience into a thriving senior care business, using technological innovation and personal relationships to expand across Delaware and Maryland.

By Carl Stoffers

Buying a Franchise

He Started a Side Hustle Selling a Product With ‘Great Margins’ — Then Grew It to 2,200 Franchises That Make Money ‘From Day One’

Kona Ice founder Tony Lamb has since gone on to start two more powerhouse brands.

By Carl Stoffers

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From Startup to Scale — A CEO’s Guide to Social Media That Delivers

Whether you're building your brand from the ground up or ready to outsource your online presence, learn how to use social media with purpose, personality and profit in mind.

By Adam Povlitz

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How to Unlock the Potential of Multi-Unit Franchise Ownership

Nearly half of U.S. franchise owners operate more than one location. Here's how to know if you're ready to join them — and what to expect when you do.

By Rob Lancit

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This CEO Took a Cult-Favorite Bagel Brand National. Here’s the Top Lesson He Learned.

The fast-growing bagel brand took off — but its CEO says even simple concepts need infrastructure ahead of demand.

By Carl Stoffers

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Want to Own a Franchise? Start With This Free 5-Day Franchise Bootcamp From Entrepreneur.

By Carl Stoffers

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This Viral Bagel Brand Grew From a Backyard Experiment Into a National Franchise on Track for 300 Locations

PopUp Bagels CEO Tory Bartlett explains how a focused menu, low build-out costs and a tight-knit franchise strategy are fueling explosive growth.

By Carl Stoffers

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How to Prepare Your Business — And Yourself — For a Smooth Exit

After decades of building your business, turning it over to someone else can be emotional. But with the right mindset and a strong plan, it can also be your proudest moment.

By Ray Titus

Buying a Franchise

10 No-Office-Required Businesses You Can Start for as Little as $5,000

With strong Franchise 500 rankings and investment levels starting under $5,000, these brands are ready for new owners to hit the ground running.

By Carl Stoffers

Buying a Franchise

Former Super Bowl MVP Drew Brees Reveals the 3 Core Values a Brand Must Have Before He Invests

The NFL legend is involved with brands like Everbowl, Walk-Ons and Jimmy John's — but only because they met his strict three-part checklist.

By Carl Stoffers

Buying a Franchise

This Franchisee Made $2.2 Million From a Tiny Pretzel Stand. Here’s His Secret.

Auntie Anne's is thriving in high-traffic venues like airports, where fast service, brand familiarity and walkaway snacks are fueling high revenue.

By Carl Stoffers

Building a Business

She Created the Dance Studio She Was Looking For. Now, It’s a Nationwide Brand.

Jami Stigliano turned her passion for dance and people into DivaDance, a fast-growing franchise that helps adults build confidence through choreography, connection and community.

By Emily Washcovick