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Posts by Allison Dudas

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Franchise Cost Breakdown: What You Need to Know

Starting a franchise isn't as simple as paying a fee and getting the keys to the front door. From upfront investments and ongoing royalties to less obvious expenses like technology fees and working capital, the actual cost of owning a franchise is much more complex than many first-time franchisees expect. This article breaks down the costs you need to plan for to ensure you're well-financed in advance of opening your business.

Blog July 15, 2026

FASTSIGNS Franchisee Credits Community Involvement

Emily Staples FASTSIGNS location has grown immensely since she opened in 2018. She credits getting involved in her community, particularly with the Chamber of Commerce, for her success.

Blog July 14, 2026

How to Spot a Recession-Resistant Franchise - photo of Mark Jameson

How to Spot a Recession-Resistant Franchise

Thinking about buying a franchise in today’s market? Before you invest, learn how to identify franchise models designed to withstand economic volatility. Michelle Rowan and franchise executive Mark Jameson break down the traits of recession-resistant franchise systems, the questions candidates should ask during due diligence, and how strong franchisors support owners through uncertainty.

Blog July 13, 2026

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From Teacher to Multi-Unit FASTSIGNS Franchisee

Watch this 30-minute conversation with multi-unit FASTSIGNS franchisee, Val Vannoy. She came from the education world and, with the help of the excellent training and support she received from FASTSIGNS, has thrived at the helm of two franchise locations.

Blog July 1, 2026

The $112 Billion Industry No One Is Talking About

We explore our findings from the $112 billion industry that no one is talking about enough: the cleaning and maintenance sector. We delve into our report on this industry alongside Anago master franchisee Paul Masters.

Blog June 29, 2026

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No Slow Months: How Mathnasium’s Membership Model Works

If you're considering investing in a tutoring franchise, summer might scare you. You grow accustomed to the steady income stream during the school year, but what happens when enrollment dips because everyone is on vacation? The unpredictability of academic enrichment businesses is an understandable source of anxiety for anyone considering this industry. Yet, it doesn't have to be. Depending on what business model your tutoring business follows, anxiety doesn't have to be the norm.

Blog June 24, 2026

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What Are the Most Profitable Franchises of 2026?

What are the most profitable franchises of 2026? We get into it in this episode of the podcast.

Blog June 22, 2026

5 Steps to Owning a franchise

Video: 5 Key Steps to Owning a Franchise

There are several steps to owning a franchise- here are 5 key ones. We at Franchise Business Review are here to support your franchise buying journey. We are the definitive resource for franchisee satisfaction. That means we survey hundreds of franchise brands (that means thousands of franchisees) yearly to determine who is happy owning their franchise. With that data, we figure out what franchises are the best to own and share them with you. We've got our Top 200 Awards list and many more. Any business you see on our site scores high in franchisee satisfaction.

Blog June 16, 2026

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What Is It Like Being a Woman in Franchising?

On the podcast, we talk to a female franchisee about what it's like being a woman in franchising in 2026. We share data from female franchisees from our Women in Franchising trends report.

Blog June 15, 2026

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Plan Your Franchise Exit Before You Invest

When you're excited about buying a franchise, the last thing on your mind is how you'll eventually leave it. Yet, considering your exit before you invest can make for a smarter franchise buying experience. It might mean the difference between buying a job and building a legacy.

Blog June 10, 2026

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