The franchise fee is the upfront payment required to the franchisor when you buy a franchise. It grants you the right to ...

Franchising is a strategic partnership, and like any strong partnership, it demands equal commitment from both sides.

In this year’s QSR Best Franchise Deals, we once again tapped our Council of experts to weigh in on not just our picks, but the larger segment as well. Here were their thoughts: How have some of the ...

The Philippines-based fast-food chain Jollibee, known for its popular fried chicken, is successfully overcoming its low U.S. brand awareness and crowded market competition by capitalizing on a ...

A great idea isn’t enough — you need at least a year of proven success before franchising. Documentation, legal expertise, and outside guidance are critical to building a franchise system. Franchising ...

An ice cream brand is on a path to make the United States a bit sweeter. Jeni’s Splendid Ice Cream started franchising last week as it nears the 100-unit mark. “Franchising is a powerful force when it ...