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Want to Own a Business? These Franchises Cost Less Than $10,000 to Get Started.

These Franchise 500-ranked brands offer strong franchisor support, work-life balance and low startup costs.

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The Founder and CEO of a Franchise That Recently Sold for $8 Billion Is Stepping Down. Here's Who's Replacing Him.

Learn what the change means for one of America's most popular sandwich chains.

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She Was a History Major and Single Mom. Now, She's One of Franchising's Most Influential Leaders.

A former Blockbuster executive and current Home Helpers Home Care CEO, Emma Dickison is now bringing decades of experience to the IFA board.

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She Quit Corporate Accounting to Start a Business on Track for $3 Million: 'If I'm Working 14-Hour Days, It Should Be for Me.'

Tired of unreliable contractors, Sarah Ross launched her own painting franchise. Ten years later, she's leading a multi-million-dollar operation.

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Looking to Open a Franchise on a Budget? These Brands Cost Less Than $5,000 to Get Started.

These Franchise 500-ranked brands offer national recognition, flexibility and low startup costs.

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Interested in Franchising? Here's Why You Can't Afford to Miss the 2025 IFA World Franchise Show.

Franchise buyers, multi-unit operators and growth-minded entrepreneurs will gather in Miami this May. Here's why this event should be on your radar.

Recently Edited Content by Carl Stoffers

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Thinking of Buying a Franchise? You're Not Just Investing — You're Also Being Evaluated.

A successful franchise partnership requires a mutually beneficial match between the franchisee and the franchisor. Make sure you're prepared to put your best foot forward.

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I Thought I Knew Finance — Then I Took Over My Family's Franchise. Here Are The Hard Truths I Learned.

Even with an MBA in finance, I wasn't ready for the messy reality of small-business money management — until I learned these hard truths.

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Before You Buy Another Business, Follow These 5 Steps

Expanding your portfolio? These five steps will help you choose businesses that align with your strengths and set you up for long-term success.

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Buying a Franchise in the Age of AI? Ask These Key Questions First.

As AI lowers barriers to entry and accelerates business innovation, franchise brands must evolve to remain relevant. Here's how to evaluate franchise opportunities in this new era.

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Think You're Too Young to Own a Franchise? Think Again.

It used to be that a franchise candidate in their 30s was an anomaly — now it's becoming increasingly common.

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What Arnold Schwarzenegger Taught This CEO About Leadership

These two banned words shaped how I lead my family and company — and taught me that success starts with vision and ends with hard work.

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