You’ve found a franchise opportunity that does it for you. The concept seems brilliant, the branding is razor-sharp, and you can already envision a wildly-successful grand opening. It feels like the perfect fit. But before you sign on the dotted line and commit your hard-earned dollars to this venture, it’s time to pause and engage […]

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This: What is your favorite part of being a Franchise Attorney? But before I share their answers, you need to know that Franchise Attorneys are among the most specialized legal professionals in practice today. They don’t dabble. They go deep into one narrow discipline — and they have to know it cold. Consider what that […]

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A Goldfish Swim School franchisee just received a major industry honor. And the story behind the award is worth knowing. BHB Group, led by partners Katie Lee, Brian Bayer, and Hope Bayer, was named the 2026 Most Valuable Performer (MVP) Single Brand Leadership Award winner by Multi-Unit Franchisee Magazine. The award was presented at the […]

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I’ve spent 25+ years in the franchise industry. I’ve seen good franchisors. I’ve seen bad ones. I’ve seen systems that looked great in the brochure and turned into nightmares the moment you signed on the dotted line. But I’ve never seen anything quite like what’s happening in Washington right now. Now, you can remain in […]

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You opened your franchise. Customers walked in. Sales happened. Congratulations! So now what? On Franchisees Getting Repeat BusinessHere’s the truth most new franchisees learn the hard way: getting a customer is expensive. Keeping one is where the real money is. In fact, research consistently shows that repeat customers spend more per visit, refer others, and […]

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The functional fitness space is heating up. PVOLVE franchise headquarters just announced the opening of 6 new locations across the United States. The fitness franchise brand now has 38 total locations nationwide. And more are coming. This isn’t random growth. It’s a signal. Where Are the 6 New PVOLVE Franchise Locations? PVOLVE is opening franchise […]

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I’ve been involved in and writing about franchising for over 25 years. I’ve helped 1,000+ of people research, evaluate, and either buy or walk away from a franchise opportunity. I just updated what I consider to be the ultimate, most complete guide on how to buy a franchise I’ve ever written. It’s comprehensive. It’s detailed. […]

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I know a lot about franchisee failures. It’s terrible when they happen. In my 25 years in franchising, I’ve watched good people lose their savings. Even their retirement funds. And I’ve heard of marriages dissolving. It happens. But I don’t say that lightly. In this post, I’m going to share the top 10 reasons reasons […]

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PostNet had a strong year in 2025. The printing and shipping franchise brand awarded 32 franchises across its network — and opened 14 new locations. Those are real numbers worth looking at. Breaking Down the 32 Franchises Awarded by PostNet in 2025 According to a recent Press Release, here’s exactly what PostNet reported: That last […]

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Let’s say you’ve found a franchise business concept you like. The numbers look pretty decent. The territory is available. But here’s what most aspiring franchisees overlook entirely: the people running the show. As in, who’s part of the franchise leadership team? Because it all boils down to this: The franchise system is only as good […]

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