- The Danger of Being Franchisee No. 1 February 8, 2012Sure, it's a thrill to get in on the ground floor of a hot new concept. But it's risky to invest in an unproven business model. Here are questions to ask.
- This Franchise Is a Flying Success February 5, 2012A Seattle couple makes the jump into franchising with iFly.
- Baristas, the Hooters of Coffee, Tries Reality TV February 3, 2012The Seattle coffee chain is holdings auditions to cast "hot young girls as servers" for a new reality show. A recent Tampa casting call, however, came up short.
- Game On for Pizza Franchises February 2, 2012Forget football. Sales of America's favorite food will skyrocket on Super Bowl Sunday. That's good news for these pizza franchises.
- McDonald's Social-Media Lesson: Critics Tweet Back January 25, 2012The hamburger chain admits that its new Twitter campaign, designed to promote the farmers who supply its meat, didn't go exactly as planned.
- What to Consider Before Buying a Franchise January 20, 2012Franchise ownership isn't for everyone, nor is every opportunity a gold mine. Here's a shortlist of what you need to know.
- How to Avoid a Franchise Fad January 19, 2012Before sinking your money into a hot franchise concept, make sure it's the real deal -- not a dead duck.
- Is Franchising the Best Option? January 9, 2012A growing company looking to bulk up its distribution channels has other options besides franchising. Here's a list.
- Fitness Franchises Muscle Up January 6, 2012January is when Americans migrate from the bottomless eggnog bowl to the gym. Not surprisingly, fitness clubs win at least a third of all new memberships at the start of the year.
- Will Burgers and Big Gulps Save the Economy? January 3, 2012Consider this look at the impact franchised businesses have on the U.S. economy -- and how doughnuts may be just what we need to rebound from the recession.
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