Many new franchise business models are mobile app and internet based, but while the lack of real estate can reduce costs, ...

With strong Franchise 500 rankings and investment levels starting under $5,000, these brands are ready for new owners to hit the ground running. These franchises offer home-based or mobile models that ...

Opinions expressed by Entrepreneur contributors are their own. One of the most popular franchise concepts of the past 10 years has been in the area of home-maintenance franchises. These are the ...

Artificial intelligence has grabbed headlines recently, but a different sort of sector of the U.S. economy is in full growth mode: franchising. U.S. franchise establishments – think McDonald's, the ...

Franchising can be an attractive business model for entrepreneurs looking to invest in a proven system while minimizing some of the risks associated with a typical business startup. Today, I find that ...

Franchise support helps new entrepreneurs overcome the challenges they encounter when they leave the structure of the corporate world behind and chart a new course for success. Small businesses form ...

Franchises are a fundamental part of the American business landscape, spanning a diverse range of industries and sectors. From popular fast-food chains like McDonald's and Subway to hotel brands like ...

Understanding a franchise's upfront costs, business system, and financial performance are some critical factors to know before investing in such an enterprise. A push to boost entrepreneurship in ...

Mergers and acquisitions (M&A) in the franchise industry are complex transactions that require careful planning, due diligence, and a keen understanding of both pre and post-deal considerations. With ...

In May of last year, the Federal Trade Commission (FTC) sought to ban non-compete agreements in most employment contracts. Franchise agreements were an exception. However, before the rule could take ...