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Aug 07, 2020

Are you considering opening up a franchise? Whether it's your first or you've already got skin in the game, it can feel like a strange time to be moving forward with a business venture. Strange, no doubt. But that doesn't mean it's not also a good time to move forward with your franchise. Masks wi...

Jul 31, 2020

The pandemic took the business world we once knew, and it twisted it into something else altogether. Now, still in the midst of big changes, we learn how to take on the next set of variables. How to adjust your franchise business within a world that no longer makes sense to us. With this, we are lea...

Jul 24, 2020

In the time of COVID, the IRS is rolling out new protocol by the day … sometimes with multiple announcements in one day. As a business owner, it's hard to stay ahead of the curve. (The curve is more of a waving line with erratic turns.) Therefore, your franchise takes the heat – how do ...

Jul 17, 2020

Has COVID Completely Changed the Franchise Game in 2020? It's the burning question that we all want to know the answer to – has the coronavirus permanently changed the way franchises run? The problem, of course, is that we won't or don't know this answer until well into the future. Until thin...

Jul 10, 2020

As we head into the summer and sit well past the halfway point of 2020, it's time to look at franchise trends for the year. And more importantly, how these trends might change or emerge in remaining calendar months. In order to prepare your franchise location – whether it's already up and runn...

Jul 02, 2020

As the world works its way to navigate COVID-19, as franchisees, we have a duty to protect our business and all who enter. That includes employees, patrons, as well as those who shop online or pickup their items rather than stepping foot inside. We truly are living in unprecedented times, and in man...

Jun 19, 2020

Today's status quo is keeping us busier than ever. With headlines that change by the minute, it's likely that we've never seen so much political movement in our lifetime. Paired with ongoing medical changes and state guidelines that limit movement, gathering options, and more, and there's much to ke...

Jun 12, 2020

Make your free time productive and allow your franchise to thrive. While it's important to take time off and have breaks, utilizing designated down time toward business growth can help your franchise succeed … and succeed faster. This is a great method for several reasons. One being that in d...

Jun 05, 2020

Ready team? Let's go! Whether or not you knew you were signing up to be a franchisee AND a cheerleader, it's a role you took on all the same. And it's your time to shine. We are living in a strange world right now, and an additional part of your job to keep workers happy, healthy, and encouraged &h...

May 29, 2020

There's no denying the fact that things have changed. These last few months, the world has taken us in a direction from which we will never untravel. We can't return to how we were before. From social protocol, business practices, to the consideration of what is/was normal, everything has changed. ...

May 20, 2020

Challenging times can be moments of opportunity. And we are bringing those opportunities to you! Franchises are still taking on new owners and there are tons of industries that are essential to daily life. Based on our franchise data from April 2020, we have compiled a list of the top 50 franchise...

May 15, 2020

Depending on the state that your franchise is located within, your rules and regulations can vary greatly. You might already be back open and running, albeit with certain safety and health regulations in play. Or your state might have you closed for weeks, if not months to come, with a long-term rol...

May 08, 2020

Businesses are starting to open back up based on governors and owners' discretion. Customers are starting to shop, albeit from a distance. And for the first time in months, we're starting to see some resemblance of normal. Of course, that also comes with multiple caveats: wearing PPE and remembering...

May 01, 2020

Are you considering buying a franchise? Was becoming a business owner on your list of things to do before the pandemic hit and left you wondering what to do next? If you're an aspiring franchisee whose plans were put on hold, rest assured that you aren't alone. Not because there isn't a need for ne...

Apr 24, 2020

The coronavirus is here in full effect, and for brands in all industries, for franchise owners in all mediums or types of business models, it means navigating new territory. Part of that means taking on the status quo as it changes. Markets are hit with new information by the day, and how they react...

Apr 17, 2020

In a time of global change – when everyone's normal has been flipped, turned, adjusted, and made unrecognizable – it can be hard to know what to grasp onto. As a business owner, you want (and need) to protect your brand. But how does that look from behind the scenes? How do you know what...

Apr 09, 2020

We are truly living in unprecedented times, and that means learning as we go. Not only in social settings, but with your franchising business. Dealing with a pandemic is certainly not something a new franchise owner prepares themselves to deal with, however, taking thoughtful time and consideration ...

Apr 03, 2020

Right now is one of the best times in history to start a business. Yes, really. We're not just blowing smoke, either. Sure it's easy to look at widespread panic and think, "No way, now is not the time." After all, there is a global pandemic taking place on a scale that has not been seen for over 100...

Mar 27, 2020

In recent weeks, the global markets have hit unprecedented obstacles. With a pandemic, by way of COVID-19, taking its toll on even the largest and strongest countries, businesses everywhere are feeling the heat… as are consumers. The government is talking about stimulus plan to help citizens,...

Mar 20, 2020

Just because you have yet to open your franchise location, doesn't mean you can't be readying yourself in the right mindset. By getting business ready sooner rather than later, you can better set your future brand up for success, and prep your personal mindset for business success. There's a lot to ...

Mar 16, 2020

Congratulations! You just found the job of your dreams … even if you don't realize it yet! Franchising is one of the most versatile, effective, and satisfying business models available. With so many brands to choose from, and so many options in which you can invest your dollars, there are man...

Mar 05, 2020

If you're on the fence about starting your own franchise business, we're here to push you over the edge! In a good way, that is. Franchising as a career comes with so many rewards, and understanding the biggest ones can help push you in the right direction as a future business owner. This includes f...

Feb 20, 2020

Researchers have been out scanning the trends and the results are in! That's to say that numbers have been studies, predications analyzed, and the masses polled. While we can never tell the future or know what is exactly in store for franchises in the months ahead, this is our closest, most educated...

Feb 07, 2020

Have you ever dreamed of opening your own franchised business but can’t figure out ‘What franchise should I buy?’ Here at Franchise Opportunities we understand how much of a struggle that decision can be, and we want to help! Our team has created a fun interactive quiz that explore...

Feb 06, 2020

Setting goals for your franchise business and its growth can lead to huge leaps as a business owner. Expansions don't happen on their own, and planning for the income you want to see is the fastest, most effective way to see it happen quickly. Think about it, with a plan you have steps marked out, y...

Feb 06, 2020

Top 10 Franchise Categories Wondering what types of franchises are positioned for growth in the years ahead? With more than 4,000 franchise brands in the United States, choosing where to make an investment can overwhelm most prospective franchise owners. A good place to start your search is with t...

Jan 28, 2020

No matter when your fiscal year starts anew, the start of a new calendar year is a great time to consider and implement new business ideas. Whether you're looking to expand your investment portfolio, are ready for your first franchise, or are simply curious about that the market has to offer, 2020 i...

Jan 16, 2020

If you're considering becoming a franchise owner, you're likely looking into your own qualifications. You're looking into your background to see if you have "what it takes" to own or run a business. And, no matter how many titles you have under your belt, nothing will make you feel less qualified th...

Jan 09, 2020

As a business owner, or future business owner, it's important to understand the full scope of tax laws and how their changes will affect your bottom line. This is not only because you will be collecting and turning your own personal taxes, as well as employees' cuts, but because you'll be looking af...

Jan 02, 2020

As you prep yourself to become a business owner, there are many areas you're considering to ready for your upcoming life changes. From finances, to schedule changes, to workload, to available hours for personal outings, in your first few months as a franchisee, you will see many changes come through...