Wed.Jul 23, 2025

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Pillar To Post Launches PTPHomePage to Redefine the Home Inspection Experience

Franchise Dictionary

Proprietary Tech Empowers Franchise Business Owners and Transforms Client Engagement Across North America TAMPA, Fla. — Pillar To Post , North America’s leading home inspection franchise, has officially launched PTPHomePage, its proprietary digital experience platform that is transforming how home inspections are conducted, shared, and experienced by clients, real estate agents, and franchise business owners.

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Franchisees Need Better People Management Skills — And Franchisors Need to Help

Scott Greenberg

“Franchisees don’t need mandates — they need tools. And if we want to strengthen our brands, we have to strengthen the people leading them.” In franchising, we’re relentless about systems. We obsess over marketing strategies, scrutinize operational procedures, and invest in technology to boost efficiency. We plan national campaigns and fine-tune development pipelines.

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FranGrowth Shares Risks and Rewards With Franchisors

Franchise Wire

The Team Offers Strategic Support From Launch to Long-Term Growth Franchising is a big step for a business, and that’s why FranGrowth walks the walk with its partners. The company doesn’t just help brands sell franchises — it becomes equity partners in every company it works with, sharing in both the risks and rewards. “We are board advisors in every single one of our brands,” says Dan Glaser, founder and president of FranGrowth. “We sit on the board of each brand so we’re not

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Premium Service Brands Expands National Footprint with 31 New Units, Innovative Service Additions

Franchise Dictionary

Franchise Expansion, New Hires, and a New Offering Mark Another Milestone Quarter for the Home Services Leader CHARLOTTESVILLE, Va. — Premium Service Brands (PSB), the leader in home services franchising, is celebrating another quarter of system-wide growth, welcoming more than 30 new franchise units while expanding both its corporate team and franchise service offerings to meet rising demand.

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Start from scratch or buy a Franchise? The business builder’s dilemma

Elite Franchise Magazine

Should you build your own venture from the ground up, or invest in a proven franchise model? Both routes can lead to rewarding outcomes, but they come with very different journeys. Understanding the trade-offs can make all the difference in how your business, and your personal wellbeing fares, in the months and years to come. Going it alone Starting a business from scratch offers the purest form of entrepreneurial freedom.

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Future-Proofing Your Franchise: Innovative Financing Strategies for Long-Term Success

Benetrends Financial

Launching a franchise is exciting, but building one that thrives for the long haul takes strategy, foresight, and the right financial foundation. In today’s evolving business landscape, franchisees need to look beyond traditional funding and embrace innovative financing strategies that not only kickstart their venture but also future-proof it for sustainable, scalable growth.

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What Is Franchise Expansion and Why Is It Important for Your Brand?

Stay In Your Lane

Understanding Franchise Expansion & Brand Growth This week, we’re breaking down franchise expansion. In formal, technical terms, it is the strategic growth of a business through the granting of licenses to third-party investors, allowing them to operate under the brand’s name and business model. This expansion model enables a brand to reach new markets and customers without the need for significant capital investment in new locations – a win, win.

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Franchising.com | IFA Applauds Court Ruling Overturning “Click to Cancel”

International Franchise Association

By: International Franchise Association [link] The International Franchise Association (IFA) applauded the Eighth Circuit Court of Appeals ruling overturning the Federal Trade Commission’s (FTC) Negative Option (“Click to Cancel”) Rule, which IFA has advocated against since its inception due to its harms to small businesses, in particular the health, personal wellness, and fitness industries that operate on monthly recurring subscription models, along with their consumers. 

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Emerging Markets for Franchises That Are Ready to Grow

FMS Franchise

“Emerging market” isn’t a buzzword – it’s a growth engine. Countries like Vietnam, the Philippines, Brazil, and parts of the Middle East are experiencing rapid urbanization, rising incomes, and increasing consumer demand for quality brands. For U.S.-based franchises, these trends represent real opportunity. Of course, these opportunities come with complexities like currency volatility, regulatory red tape, and cultural nuances, just to mention a few.

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Pillar To Post Launches PTPHomePage to Redefine the Home Inspection Experience

FranServe

Proprietary Tech Empowers Franchise Business Owners and Transforms Client Engagement Across North America TAMPA, Fla. — Pillar To Post , North America’s leading home inspection franchise, has officially launched PTPHomePage, its proprietary digital experience platform that is transforming how home inspections are conducted, shared, and experienced by clients, real estate agents, and franchise business owners.

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Entrepreneur | Lawmakers Introduced a Bill to Make Current Version of Joint Employer Rule Permanent

International Franchise Association

By: Carl Stoffers [link] Franchise owners could soon see relief from one of the industry’s most contentious legal issues: the joint employer standard. A bill working its way through the U.S. House of Representatives aims to permanently define when two businesses can be considered joint employers — an issue with major implications for the more than 800,000 franchise establishments across the country.

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Elements Massage Franchise Review 2025: Costs, Fees, News, Average Revenues and/or Profits

Franchise Chatter

Elements Massage is a chain of massage studios, many of which also provide skincare treatments. The brand is built around the therapeutic power of massage, using its techniques to improve clients’ health and wellbeing. To this end, the brand’s masseurs are trained to get to know customers and their preferences, providing a personalized service that […] The post Elements Massage Franchise Review 2025: Costs, Fees, News, Average Revenues and/or Profits appeared first on Franchise Chatter.

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WHY ONLINE REVIEWS CAN MAKE OR BREAK YOUR FRANCHISE LOCATION

Franchise Growth Solutions

Image Created By Canva Even the strongest franchise brands live or die by what customers say about their local experiences. In today’s digital-first world, online […] The post WHY ONLINE REVIEWS CAN MAKE OR BREAK YOUR FRANCHISE LOCATION appeared first on FranchiseMoneyMaker.com. The post WHY ONLINE REVIEWS CAN MAKE OR BREAK YOUR FRANCHISE LOCATION first appeared on Franchise Growth Solutions.

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The Real Reason High-Achieving Professionals Pivot to Franchising, According to The Perfect Franchise

The Perfect Franchise

By Mark Schnurman | July 23, 2025 By Mark Schnurman SHOHOLA, Pa. , July 23, 2025 /PRNewswire/ — A significant shift is occurring among high-achieving professionals: an increasing number are opting for franchise ownership as a strategic path to greater fulfillment, autonomy, and an improved work-life balance. Despite often holding prestigious titles and commanding impressive incomes in traditional corporate roles, these individuals are seeking a different trajectory for their careers and li

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Leadership Over Management: How Stephane Breault Helps Franchisors Break Through Their Growth Ceiling

The Franchise Woman

What’s really holding franchisors back from scaling beyond 20 or 30 units?It’s not their business model.It’s not their marketing. It’s their leadership. That’s the tough truth Stephane Breault, franchise leadership coach and founder of Imagine Franchise, shares in our latest episode of The Franchise Woman: Where Passion & Purpose Collide.

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Yoshinoya America Names Paul Nishiyama President

Franchise Wire

Nishiyama Leads the Japanese-Inspired Fast-Casual Franchise in its U.S. Expansion Yoshinoya America, a Japanese-inspired fast-casual restaurant concept, has appointed Paul Nishiyama president to lead the brand’s expansion in the U.S. Nishiyama has extensive leadership experience with brands including Better Buzz Coffee, Rubio’s Restaurants Inc., Burger Lounge and Johnny Rockets.

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Superior Stone & Cabinet Franchise System Goes Live

Franchise Industry News

Superior Stone & Cabinet, a leader in the home remodeling industry based in Phoenix, Arizona, is proud to announce the official launch of its franchise program. With a proven business model, extensive industry experience, and direct relationships with manufacturers both domestic and international, we are opening our doors to passionate entrepreneurs who want to take part in a growing market.

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Chip City Franchise: True Cost And Fees

Franchise King

New Post From The Franchise King® Ready to sink your sweet tooth into a franchise opportunity in the dessert space? If so, the Chip City franchise is serving up an irresistible combination of gourmet treats and solid business fundamentals that’s catching the attention of savvy investors nationwide. In this post I’m going to go over the cost, fees and more!

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WHY ONLINE REVIEWS CAN MAKE OR BREAK YOUR FRANCHISE LOCATION

MoneyMaker.com

Image Created By Canva Even the strongest franchise brands live or die by what customers say about their local experiences. In today’s digital-first world, online […] The post WHY ONLINE REVIEWS CAN MAKE OR BREAK YOUR FRANCHISE LOCATION appeared first on FranchiseMoneyMaker.com.

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Cracking Open Opportunity: Eggs Up Grill Targets Houston for Major Growth

International Franchise Association

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Dancing Goat Coffee: When a Cup of Coffee Becomes a Global Calling

GNF Worldwide

Long before coffee became part of our daily rituals, before it was photographed for social media or served with latte art, there was a legend. A young goat herder in Ethiopia named Kaldi noticed his goats full of energy, dancing after eating red berries from a nearby shrub. Curious, he tried them himself and felt a sudden rush of vitality. What followed was the beginning of a global obsession.

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The Founder of Panera Bread Has a Great Recipe for Winning Over Investors

Inc. Franchises

Panera Bread co-founder Ron Shaich coached John Yarusi, founder of Johnny’s Pork Roll and Coffee Too, on clearing one of entrepreneurship’s greatest hurdles: proof of concept.

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5 Signs Your Business is Ready to Franchise

Franchise Ready

Wondering How to Franchise Your Business in Australia? Start by Looking for These Signs.

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Lightbridge Academy Franchise: Q&A with Jim DiRugeris, Senior Vice President of Franchise Sales

Franchise Chatter

Jim DiRugeris has served as Senior Vice President of Franchise Sales since joining the Lightbridge Academy Franchise in 2021. With a deep passion for the early education industry and a drive to lead franchise sales for emerging and mature child care brands, Jim offers extensive franchise expertise, business and leadership skills, and market knowledge for […] The post Lightbridge Academy Franchise: Q&A with Jim DiRugeris, Senior Vice President of Franchise Sales appeared first on Franc

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Do You Really Need a Franchise Broker?

Franchise Sidekick

They don’t Sell Franchises — They Protect People from Buying the Wrong One Here’s the truth: most people don’t wake up one morning and say, “I think I’ll call a franchise broker today.

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EMPOWER BRANDS Exits Franchise Fastlane.  Will They Exit the “Semi-Absentee Franchise” Pitch as Well?

Unhappy Franchisee

Empower Brands acquired & immediately franchised four “incubation brands” ( their term ). Does that mean those initial franchisees invested in concepts not fully developed, tested or proven to survive in the outside world? Additionally, they relied on the aggressive & controversial Franchise Fastlane to supercharge the initial sales of its supposedly “Semi-absentee” franchises.

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The High Stakes of Restaurant Entrepreneurship: Passion Isn’t Enough

Acceler8Success Cafe

It’s often said that owning a restaurant is one of the toughest businesses to run. Margins are razor-thin, turnover is high, and just one bad week can spiral into disaster.

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Franchise Ready Takes Aussie Brands to the USA: Big Pitches, Bigger Lessons

Franchise Ready

At Franchise Ready, we’re committed to helping brands think globally and act strategically.

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Small Business Owners Just Reported a Better Than Expected First Half of 2025

Inc. Franchises

New survey data shows entrepreneurs beat their own expectation—even before the rollout of Trump tariffs—leaving them positive about the next quarter.

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One Hour Heating & Air Conditioning Helps Homeowners Maximize Smart Thermostat Benefits This Summer

Franchise Dictionary

Expert Tips to Beat the Heat and Lower Energy Bills COLUMBIA, Md. — One Hour Heating & Air Conditioning wants to help homeowners take control of their comfort and energy costs this summer. With the increasing availability of smart thermostats and a few expert tips on how to maximize their features, it’s possible to keep homes cool and efficient even during heat waves. “When used correctly, smart thermostats do more than adjust the temperature.

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Science Says Emotionally Intelligent People Always Share Bad News First to Improve Problem-Solving and Reduce Anxiety

Inc. Franchises

Which should you lead with: good news, or bad news? Research provides a clear answer.

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One Hour Heating & Air Conditioning Helps Homeowners Maximize Smart Thermostat Benefits This Summer

FranServe

Expert Tips to Beat the Heat and Lower Energy Bills COLUMBIA, Md. — One Hour Heating & Air Conditioning wants to help homeowners take control of their comfort and energy costs this summer. With the increasing availability of smart thermostats and a few expert tips on how to maximize their features, it’s possible to keep homes cool and efficient even during heat waves. “When used correctly, smart thermostats do more than adjust the temperature.

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Mark Cuban and Sam Altman Just Warned About Disappearing Jobs and the Need to Learn AI

Inc. Franchises

Like the typewriter, the PC, and then the smartphone, AI is poised to radically change the office environment.

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How to Start a Restoration Business

Neighborly Franchising

Owning your own business is not only rewarding, but it also allows you to make your own decisions and be in control of your future. If you are thinking about becoming a business owner, a business in the restoration industry should be at the top of your list. The essential nature of the restoration industry makes it recession-resilient and a great option when exploring business ownership opportunities.

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Pain Points Can Help Grow Your Business 

Inc. Franchises

Customer pain points can lead to innovation and growth.

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Boston’s Pizza: una franquicia consolidada que acelera su crecimiento en México

GNF Worldwide

Con más de 60 años de trayectoria internacional, Boston’s Pizza se consolida como una de las franquicias más atractivas del sector gastronómico en México. Su propuesta única, que combina un restaurante familiar con un bar deportivo, le ha permitido posicionarse como un referente en el mercado, atrayendo tanto a familias como a grupos de amigos que buscan una experiencia integral de comida y entretenimiento.

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JumboTron Was a Dead Brand. Then the Coldplay Concert Happened

Inc. Franchises

The oddest winner of Astronomer’s Coldplay concert scandal could be a brand that was abandoned in 2001.