Franchising 101

Check out resourceful content that dives into the basics of buying a franchise including how to find the right franchise for you, support services for franchisees, the advantages of franchising, and much more.

Seven Steps to Convert Your Successful Business into a Franchise: Part One

danielSeptember 8, 2025November 5, 2025

September 8, 2025November 5, 2025406

Part One: Steps One to Three By Marietta Snetsinger, CFE, Franchise Growth Expert, Ascend Franchise Solutions Stay tuned for steps...

The Tools You Need to Nail Local Store Marketing

danielJuly 2, 2025September 8, 2025

July 2, 2025September 8, 2025366

Insights and tips to elevate your marketing strategy with a focus on local communities As a business owner, brand awareness...

Franchising Basics: How Do I Buy a Franchise?

danielMay 1, 2025July 2, 2025

May 1, 2025July 2, 2025559

Franchise experts weigh in on what you need to know when taking the big step into business ownership You’re ready...

Your Guide to Franchising

danielNovember 13, 2024May 1, 2025

November 13, 2024May 1, 2025816

We’re taking you through the steps and terms you need to know before starting your franchise journey This content is...

The Process of Owning a Franchise

adminJuly 7, 2022December 20, 2023

July 7, 2022December 20, 20231864

Franchising is a great way to make your dreams of owning a business come true, but there are several essential...

Season 6 Episode 7 | What Bankers Wish Prospective Franchisees Knew Before Borrowing

adminJune 10, 2022May 10, 2022

June 10, 2022May 10, 20221690

In this episode, guest host sponsor Travis Tinning from Franchise GrowthLab dives into the details that prospective franchisees should consider before...

How to Spot a Franchise

adminMay 6, 2022June 30, 2022

May 6, 2022June 30, 20221609

By Rob Lancit, Executive Vice President, FRANSERVE, Inc. There’s an old saying that was popularized in 1950: “If it looks...

Resale Refresh

adminMay 6, 2022June 30, 2022

May 6, 2022June 30, 20221687

By Joelle Kidd As a prospective franchisee looking to start your own franchise business, you might imagine that doing so...

Online Exclusive: How to Attract, Impress, and Retain Customers

adminJanuary 24, 2022January 24, 2022

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By Lori Karpman, Client Tether Building your business isn’t only about acquiring new customers. In fact, keeping your current customers...

Online Exclusive: 5 Franchising Industries to Consider Investing In

adminJanuary 10, 2022December 22, 2021

January 10, 2022December 22, 20211541

Thinking of making your entrepreneurial dreams come true through franchising? As you start exploring franchise opportunities, you’ll find that there...

Online Exclusive: What to Know about Franchise Resales

adminOctober 11, 2021October 6, 2021

October 11, 2021October 6, 20212096

Why prospective franchisees should consider buying a resale franchise in their search for franchise opportunities By Grant BullingtonFranchise Specialist, Western...