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Franchise Business Review has created your one-stop-shop resource center for everything franchising. Among these resources are videos, webinars, podcasts, tools and templates for buying a franchise, industry reports, and franchisee testimonials and insights.
2020 Top Food Franchises

Our Latest Buyer's Guide

Read about this year's Best Franchises for Veterans, Most Profitable Franchises and Top Multi-Unit Franchises.

Tools and Templates

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Due Diligence Checklist

Due Diligence Checklist

Buying a franchise is a huge decision, by far one of the most important commitments you’ll ever make. It’s important not to underestimate the importance of carrying out a high-level due diligence before taking the plunge into franchising.
Validating Your Franchise Options: 10 Questions to Ask the Franchisor

Validating Your Franchise Options: 10 Questions to Ask the Franchisor

Asking a franchisor the right questions in the right way is critical to learning more about your top brands during the validation process. Keep in mind that becoming a franchisee is the start of a long-term commitment and relationship.
Validating Your Franchise Options: 7 Questions to Ask Franchisees

Validating Your Franchise Options: 7 Questions to Ask Franchisees

As you narrow your search for the right franchise, be sure to reach out to franchise owners at your tops contenders. Current franchisees are often the best sources for unbiased and unfiltered information and can help you validate or invalidate the franchises you are considering.

Franchisee Insights

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TWO MEN AND A TRUCK’s Michael Lally has Determination, Perseverance, and Drive

TWO MEN AND A TRUCK’s Michael Lally has Determination, Perseverance, and Drive

"It is gratifying to help others and to work on a team that appreciates you and encourages professional growth. That’s what TMT is all about," says TWO MEN AND A TRUCK’s Michael Lally.
Mitch Richey Thriving with Recession-Proof Glass Guru Franchise

Mitch Richey Thriving with Recession-Proof Glass Guru Franchise

The Glass Guru franchisee Mitch Richey says, "I can work the hours I want to work and I make enough money now to take the trips I want to take." Read more about his franchise experience.
Dee and Rob Rister Making a Difference at HomeWell Care Services

Dee and Rob Rister Making a Difference at HomeWell Care Services

Franchise Business Review recently spoke with HomeWell Care Services franchisees Dee and Rob Rister to gain insight on what it’s like to be franchise owners, and the challenges of running your own business.

Videos

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The Keys to Owning a Successful Franchise Business: A Webinar

The Keys to Owning a Successful Franchise Business: A Webinar

Get valuable insights from our expert panel of franchise owners from Propelled Brands (NerdsToGo, FASTSIGNS, MY SALON Suite) on the steps they took to grow a successful franchise business.
Why Better Homes and Gardens® Real Estate is a Top Franchise

Why Better Homes and Gardens® Real Estate is a Top Franchise

This year, Better Homes and Gardens® Real Estate received a franchisee satisfaction index score of 83, putting them among the best in franchising and on our list of the Top 200 Franchise Opportunities.
Discussing Entrepreneurship with 21 Hats Founder Loren Feldman

Discussing Entrepreneurship with 21 Hats Founder Loren Feldman

Franchise Business Review founder and CEO, Eric Stites, sits down with Loren Feldman, founder of 21 Hats to discuss entrepreneurship, the benefits and challenges of business ownership, and the skills it takes to run a successful business. If you're thinking about owning your own business, this interview will provide some great insights.

Podcasts

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Franchising in Review - Episode #5

Franchising in Review - Episode #5

A conversation with franchise owners from FirstLight Home Care, Wild Birds Unlimited, and FastSigns International.
Fibrenew Once Again Demonstrates its Resiliency

Fibrenew Once Again Demonstrates its Resiliency

In this episode, it was our pleasure to speak with Jesse Johnstone, the President of Fibrenew. He explains to FBR's CEO, Eric Stites, how Fibrenew is designed to succeed in both good times and bad and discusses the way they're supporting their franchisees in the midst of the COVID pandemic. The two also give advice to potential franchisees and emphasize the importance of understanding the demands of business ownership.
Les DeFelice On Growing a Healthy & Happy Business with Visiting Angels [PODCAST]

Les DeFelice On Growing a Healthy & Happy Business with Visiting Angels [PODCAST]

On this week’s episode, we had the pleasure of speaking with Les DeFelice, a standout franchisee from top-rated senior care and home care services franchise, Visiting Angels. Les describes his professional journey through a multitude of successful entrepreneurial endeavors and explains how he first got started with Visiting Angels. In this conversation with FBR's own founder and CEO, Eric Stites, Les shares some of his keys to success and gives advice to prospective franchisees.

Webinars

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The Keys to Owning a Successful Franchise Business: A Webinar

The Keys to Owning a Successful Franchise Business: A Webinar

Get valuable insights from our expert panel of franchise owners from Propelled Brands (NerdsToGo, FASTSIGNS, MY SALON Suite) on the steps they took to grow a successful franchise business.
Making the Leap: How to Succeed as a Franchisee

Making the Leap: How to Succeed as a Franchisee

Hear from our expert panel of franchisees on the steps they took to grow a successful franchise business. Learn the keys that helped their business thrive, the challenges and pitfalls they faced along the way – and how to avoid them.
Lunch and Learn Webinar: 7 Things to Know Before Buying a Franchise

Lunch and Learn Webinar: 7 Things to Know Before Buying a Franchise

On the fence about investing in a franchise business? Franchise Business Review Founder and CEO Eric Stites discusses what you should know before buying a franchise business.

Tips and Advice

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TWO MEN AND A TRUCK’s Michael Lally has Determination, Perseverance, and Drive

TWO MEN AND A TRUCK’s Michael Lally has Determination, Perseverance, and Drive

"It is gratifying to help others and to work on a team that appreciates you and encourages professional growth. That’s what TMT is all about," says TWO MEN AND A TRUCK’s Michael Lally.
Mitch Richey Thriving with Recession-Proof Glass Guru Franchise

Mitch Richey Thriving with Recession-Proof Glass Guru Franchise

The Glass Guru franchisee Mitch Richey says, "I can work the hours I want to work and I make enough money now to take the trips I want to take." Read more about his franchise experience.
Dee and Rob Rister Making a Difference at HomeWell Care Services

Dee and Rob Rister Making a Difference at HomeWell Care Services

Franchise Business Review recently spoke with HomeWell Care Services franchisees Dee and Rob Rister to gain insight on what it’s like to be franchise owners, and the challenges of running your own business.

Industry Reports

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FBR Special Report: 2021 Most Profitable Franchises

FBR Special Report: 2021 Most Profitable Franchises

FBR’s research of the 50 Most Profitable Franchises of 2021 identifies 50 brands that matched or even exceeded the industry benchmarks for Franchisee Satisfaction and also offered franchise owners a better than average shot at growing their incomes to six-figure salaries within a few years.
FBR Special Report: 2021 Top Food Franchises

FBR Special Report: 2021 Top Food Franchises

FBR’s research of the Top 30 award-winning food franchises, which scored highest in our Franchisee Satisfaction Reviews, reveals some very telling insight into what makes a franchise successful.

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TWO MEN AND A TRUCK’s Michael Lally has Determination, Perseverance, and Drive

TWO MEN AND A TRUCK’s Michael Lally has Determination, Perseverance, and Drive

Franchise Business Review recently spoke with TWO MEN AND A TRUCK multi-unit franchisee Michael Lally to gain insight on what it’s like to be a franchise owner and the challenges of running your own business.
Mitch Richey Thriving with Recession-Proof Glass Guru Franchise

Mitch Richey Thriving with Recession-Proof Glass Guru Franchise

Franchise Business Review recently spoke with The Glass Guru franchisee Mitch Richey to gain insight on what it’s like to be a franchise owner and the challenges of running your own business.
Dee and Rob Rister Making a Difference at HomeWell Care Services

Dee and Rob Rister Making a Difference at HomeWell Care Services

Franchise Business Review recently spoke with HomeWell Care Services franchisees Dee and Rob Rister to gain insight on what it’s like to be franchise owners, and the challenges of running your own business.
Clean Air Lawn Care Franchise Owner Patrick Lewis: ‘The Environment Needs this Right Now’

Clean Air Lawn Care Franchise Owner Patrick Lewis: ‘The Environment Needs this Right Now’

Franchise Business Review recently spoke with Clean Air Lawn Care franchise owner Patrick Lewis to gain insight on what it’s like to be a franchise owner and the challenges of running your own business.