I’ve been involved in and writing about franchising for over 25 years. I’ve helped 1,000+ of people research, evaluate, and either buy or walk away from a franchise opportunity. I just updated what I...
Buying A Franchise Business
Joel Libava
Updated! How $150 a Barrel Oil Would Crush Certain Franchise Sectors (And How Franchisees Can Make it Hurt Less)
$150 a barrel oil and franchising. Are you ready? Let’s talk about something most of the folks in the franchise industry won’t touch. Oil. And the impact of $150 a barrel oil* on specific franchise sectors...
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The Top 10 Fast Food Franchise Capitals: Ohio Ranks 5th (And #1 Will Surprise You)
Typical Fast Food Items Here’s a number that might surprise you: Ohio has 46.43 fast food restaurants per 100,000 residents. That means it’s one of the fast food franchise capitals in the USA. It’s #5...
The 3 Most Important Things Franchise Buyers Want in 2026
What do franchise buyers want in 2026? What will make them send in a check to franchise headquarters? What will make them not look for a new job-but become the owner of a franchise business in 2026? Read this post to...
5 Ways Franchise Businesses Help Local Communities
Franchise businesses aren’t just about turning profits. They play a pivotal role in shaping and strengthening local communities. In this article, I’ll explore 5 ways local franchise businesses make a...
Understanding Franchise Marketing Fees and Funds: The Ultimate Guide for Aspiring Franchisees
As a prospective franchisee, it’s essential for you to have a thorough understanding of franchise marketing fees and the marketing fund you pay into. Why? Because, these fees are a crucial aspect...
10 Reasons Why Aspiring Franchisees Need a Great Franchise Attorney
As an aspiring franchisee, you may be about to invest $200,000 or more into your future. Congratulations! But you need to know something. The franchisor who you’re about to partner with has high-level franchise...
Franchise Owners Face a 2026 Healthcare Shock: Are You Ready for a $10K–$20K Hit?
The enhanced ACA subsidies have kept healthcare costs pretty affordable for thousands of franchisees. However, they expire in 13 months. Here’s what aspiring and current franchise owners need to know right now...
How To Explore Overseas Franchise Investment Opportunities
Investing in franchises overseas has the potential to be lucrative. But, as anyone who has ever tried it will tell you, it can also be extremely risky. People have lost a lot of money, simply because they didn’t...
Best Franchise Protection Tips for Long-Term Wins
Running a franchise gives you plenty of power with a proven brand and built-in support, but even when you have a strong model in place, your franchise still needs some protection. That means you’re responsible for...
The Top Traits Shared by Today’s Winning Franchisees
Ever wonder why some franchisees seem to hit the ground running and thrive while others struggle to gain traction? Let me share a secret. The difference often isn’t about the franchise system itself, but rather...
How The Stock Market Impacts Franchisees and Franchisors
How do stock market fluctuations impact franchisees and franchisors? That’s the question I’ll answer in this post. But first you need to know that the relationship between Wall Street and Main Street...
5 Ways Tariffs Can (And Will) Hurt Franchisees And How You Can Make Them Less Painful
I’ve spent decades guiding aspiring franchisees. And I don’t want them to get hurt. From choosing the right franchise to understanding the financials, I’ve pretty much seen it all. But, as of late, there’s one...
Dad Knew Best: His Simple Franchise Disclosure Document Strategy Still Works Today
My dad, Jerry Libava, taught me a lot about franchising. And like me, he liked to get right to the point. That said, one of the smartest things he taught me had to do with the Franchise Disclosure Document-and his...
