People often ask me the same question: “How do I know if franchising is the right decision for me?” As the leader of the International Franchise Association (IFA), I know some things to be true: ...

Who can take credit for being the first to implement the franchising model is debatable. According to this report by the International Franchise Association, it is widely believed the first franchisor ...

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 ...

Franchising proved to be an example of stability in 2023, staying strong even through the economic uncertainties. With an increase of almost 15,000 units, the franchise model demonstrated its ...

Franchises typically work best for service-based businesses, while licenses are more conducive to product-based businesses. Many, or all, of the products featured on this page are from our advertising ...

If you buy something from a link, Vox Media may earn a commission. See our ethics statement. As a 24-year-old in his college town of Columbia, Missouri, Joe Sieve frequently ate at a location of Mr.