Micro-franchising helps people with limited resources become business owners by offering low-cost and proven franchise models ...

When my family entered the hotel business in 1979, the world looked a lot different. But there has always been one constant: Americans’ desire to visit new places and enjoy new experiences. As ...

Franchises with initial investment costs under $100,000 continue to grow, according to the International Franchise Association, with mobile and home-based businesses among the most popular models. But ...

In this model, the franchisee purchases the rights to open and operate one franchise location. This is often attractive to individuals looking to start their own business without building it from ...

This week’s edition of the weekly restaurant finance newsletter looks at the latest in an ongoing evolution in the ...

Starting a business is often described as one of the most challenging yet rewarding endeavors an entrepreneur can pursue. However, the reality is that many independent startups struggle to survive ...

The key is to find a sustainable franchise that gives you the freedom to be creative and pivot, regardless of how long the ...

While aspiring entrepreneurs have the drive and vision to launch and grow a business, not all have the resources or networks necessary to make it a success. Franchising can be a tremendous vehicle for ...

HaKika Wise's Black Box Franchising helps other small business owners to become franchisors by converting their businesses into franchises. In 2018, BLACK ENTERPRISE readers were introduced to HaKika ...

All too frequently, entrepreneurs who are not prepared to be franchisors request my legal services to help them offer franchises. The common scenario involves a passionate customer approaching the ...

A well-executed franchise program can catapult a sound business concept into a worldwide organization. 7-Eleven© operates over 56,000 stores in 18 countries. Subway© is operating over 44,000 shops in ...