Hi there,I'm writing from Cleveland, Ohio, where it's currently 8 degrees. Nice.And that's why I thought I'd share an article I wrote. It's titled:"5 Franchise Categories That Get Hot When the Temperature Gets Cold"It will get you thinking about some...

Hi there!Think you know which state has the most fast food franchises per capita?You're probably wrong.West Virginia takes #1. Ohio ranks 5th. And the state in dead last will surprise you even more.But here's the real question: Does high franchise de...

Hi there,What's going to work in franchising in 2026?As a franchise buyer, what things should you be aware of-before you plunk down your hard-earned money?What should worry you?If you're a franchisor, what trends do you need to know about right now?H...

Hi there,In addition to the upfront costs associated with purchasing a franchise, there are several ongoing fees franchisees need to pay. One of them being monthly marketing fees. But how much are they, and are they worth it?Find out hereNext, a ques...

Hi there!A couple of month's ago, I told you I was working on a free resource for aspiring franchise owners and aspiring franchisors. Well it's live.It's called The Franchise Attorney Directory. But, why did I create it?Because it's becoming more dif...

Hi there,Finding a franchise that matches your values isn't just feel-good advice - it's business critical.That said, when you choose a franchise aligned with your beliefs, it transforms from just a business opportunity into something far more meanin...

Hello!With AI becoming increasingly prevalent in franchising, it's crucial for you to NOT use it when you're trying to match yourself to the right franchise. Translation: go at it old-school.Now, I'm not going to get into how AI really works in today...

Hi there,If you're in the U.S., you are well aware that the Government-OUR Government has shut down. And there's currently no end in sight. That said, the fight is about one thing; ACA Credits are about to go away. And it's these credits that have en...

Hi there,Here's what I see all the time: someone gets excited about a franchise opportunity, so they call a business attorney to review the documents. Makes sense, right?Not really.Look, a business lawyer might be fantastic at what they do. Contracts...

Hi there,I hate to be the bearer of bad news-especially if like me, you live in the Northern part of the US, but winter is coming. That means some businesses slow down. Plus, as an added bonus, energy costs tend to increase. And?And I have some ideas...