Industry Report: Frozen Yogurt Stores [Infographic]
Last time you went on an evening walk to find a cool treat in summer, you likely ended up at a frozen yogurt shop. This is due in large part to the fact that the number of frozen yogurt stores has more than doubled over the last five years, increasing from 1,274 in 2010 to […]
Franchise Fridays: We Sell Restaurants
Each Friday, we’ll be spotlighting one of our successful partner franchisors who are poised for growth. This week, We Sell Restaurants is our featured brand. We Sell Restaurants Industry: Restaurant Brokerage Franchise Overview of Brand: We Sell Restaurants offers restaurant owners in America the specialized services they need to sell their business. Twenty percent of the nearly 1 […]
Franchise Friday: Zoup!
Each Friday, we’ll be spotlighting one of our successful partner franchisors who are poised for growth. This week, Zoup! Fresh Soup is our featured brand. Zoup! Fresh Soup Co. Industry: Fast-casual restaurant Overview of Brand: Zoup! offers hundreds of award-winning soups with 12 always-rotating daily varieties, including low-fat, vegetarian, dairy-free, gluten-free and spicy options — each served […]
Franchise Friday: Dickey's Barbecue Pit
Each Friday, we’ll be spotlighting one of our successful partner franchisors who are poised for growth. This week, Dickey’s Barbecue Pit is our featured brand. Dickey’s Barbecue Pit Industry: Retail Barbecue Restaurant Overview of Brand: Dickey’s Barbecue Pit prides itself on authenticity, innovation and barbecue sauce, one story at a time. With roots in Dallas, Travis Dickey set […]
Understanding the Franchise Disclosure Document (FDD)
If you’re thinking about becoming a franchisee, there’s no question that you’ll have your fair share of paperwork to review and complete. But one of the most intensive packets you’ll probably receive as a potential franchisee is the Franchise Disclosure Document, or FDD for short. Mandated by the Federal Trade Commission, the FDD is a […]
Financing a Restaurant Franchise
The average American adult buys a meal or snack from a restaurant 5.8 times per week, and restaurant industry sales are were projected at $783 billion for 2016. With stats like these, it’s no wonder the restaurant business is appealing to so many entrepreneurs. Restaurant franchising, in particular, has become a popular method for individuals to fulfill […]
Franchise Friday: Nothing Bundt Cakes
Each Friday, we’ll be spotlighting one of our successful partner franchisors who are poised for growth. In our second week, Nothing Bundt Cakes is our featured brand. Nothing Bundt Cakes Industry: Retail Bakery Overview of Brand: Founders Debra Shwetz and Dena Tripp started Nothing Bundt Cakes in Las Vegas in 1997, simply to please their family […]
Franchise Friday: ComForcare
Each Friday, we’ll be spotlighting one of our successful partner franchisors who are poised for growth. This week, ComForcare has the spotlight. ComForcare Industry: Senior Home Care Overview of Brand: ComForcare is one of the nation’s leading home care franchise companies, operating over 190 territories throughout the U.S., Canada and the United Kingdom. They’ve built their success and […]
Franchising 101: How Much Do You Know?
If you’re interested in becoming a business owner but the thought of creating a concept from the ground up overwhelms you, franchising could be the perfect solution. A balanced blend of autonomy and proven strategy, franchising boasts the strength of a well-established business model with the freedom and flexibility to work for yourself and manage […]