The Franchise King Blog

Franchises, Bizz Opps, And The Federal Trade Commission

Published on 2012-02-13 13:36:48

(The FTC Building.)   If you’re thinking of becoming your own boss, there are thousands of opportunities to choose from. Actually, let me repeat that sentence with a little different emphasis;   There are thousands of “O…

Hot, Steamy, and Slightly Sinful Waffles Being Offered At Waffle House

Published on 2012-02-10 08:09:17

  Do you have a hot, wicked night planned for Valentines Day? Do you have any forbidden pleasures in mind?   Or   Are you open to suggestions???   I have one, and you can thank me on …

Business Entities: Should Franchisees Incorporate?

Published on 2012-02-08 09:17:23

  When you’re signing your franchise agreement, (your contract with the franchisor) you’re going to notice a spot on the contract that asks for your official business name and entity. If you didn’t bother to set …

What Is a Franchise Ownership Advisor?

Published on 2012-02-06 20:42:22

    If you’re in the hunt for a franchise, you’re going to run into all sorts of, franchise “experts,” franchise consultants, and franchise brokers; even if you don’t want to. And, it’s only …

File Tax Returns For Free With New H&R Block Mobile App

Published on 2012-02-05 15:04:37

  2012 Tax News From H&R Block     H&R Block just launched its new tax preparation filing app for the iPhone and Android smartphones with a great offer for tax filers this season. This new “on-the-go” tax filing …

New Franchise Association Launched!

Published on 2012-02-02 10:36:27

  Seemingly out of nowhere, a brand new franchise association has been started, and it’s core focus is on these 3 things;   1. Transparency   2. Ethics   3. Vetted memberships   Here’s what I found …

Introducing: Franchwire

Published on 2012-01-31 21:18:00

  (This is a guest post from Dave Choate)     The Wonderful World Of FranchWire   Whether you’re just starting out or you’re a grizzled veteran in the world of franchising, one thing remains the same: …

Women Get Downsized Too

Published on 2012-01-30 06:29:36

#OWOF   In corporate America, one boardroom decision can ruin the day for hundreds…sometimes thousands of employees. Decisions like trimming the company’s workforce by 10%, or closing down entire divisions, can wreak havoc on those affected. Getting downsized is …

Quiznos Locations To Remain Open; Franchisees Breath Sigh of Relief

Published on 2012-01-27 09:09:26

Quiznos franchise owners all over the world must be feeling a sigh of relief this week. That’s because their Denver-based franchisor was just saved.  The Avenue Capital Group out of New York just stepped up and invested $150 million to …

Food Franchises Stink

Published on 2012-01-25 07:19:17

  Believe or not, there are actually franchise businesses that kind of stink, and should be avoided at all costs. You want names, right? Like in the post I wrote about a certain coaching franchise? Well, you won’t …