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Even someone who is not entirely business savvy can take steps that increase the chances of having a successful franchise. Sadly, many franchisees wait until they are in mid operation perhaps years after having made a heftly financial commitment before they do the legwork that is usually far less costly when performed up front. Some of the lessons learned come from reviewing numerous cases that

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Even if they have less than $50,000, budding entrepreneurs may be able to enjoy the flexibility of being their own boss with this level investment. Franchise fees and start-up costs vary with different franchise opportunities, according to this article. One way to cut the cost of starting a franchise is to eliminate the costly commercial real estate or product inventory common in most business

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Major foreign brands such as International House of Pancake of Canada, Denny’s of the United States and Planet Smoothie are recognizing the Philippines as the most logical base for their operations in Asia according to this article. One reason is a record 30,000 visitors and 350 exhibitors anticipated at the 18th edition of the Philippine International Franchise Conference and Expo slated this

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Master Franchisor Stratus Building Solutions Jason Potts was asked to represent successful local small business owners after The White House contacted the Greater Raleigh Chamber of Commerce looking for ambitious entrepreneurs to appear with the President during his town hall meeting in Raleigh. According to this article, Dennis Jarrett, CEO of Stratus Building Solutions, said, “Our company’s

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As the popularity of tatoos increases, Executives with Dr Tattoff, Inc "hope the company will be the first to build a franchise and marketing brand around the procedure and plan one day to take the company public. " According to this article, "The market is huge. Fourteen percent of Americans sport a tattoo, rising to a third among Americans ages 25 to 29, according to a survey last year by the

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Subway, the second largest fast-food franchise in the world, is the largest kosher restaurant franchise in the US. Though there are only 11 kosher stores of the 22,000 non-kosher Subways, they offer "a creative solution for Jewish community centers that want to offer kosher food but don’t want to take the financial risk themselves." According to this article, the country’s first kosher Subway

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This is an inspiring story for those who are seeking work. Daniel Seddiqui had trouble finding a rewarding job as a young college graduate. In September 2008, he started his unique journey of one-week jobs in every state. According to this article, this week, "for his 45th job, he’s working as a scout for the Brockton Rox baseball team. After his final stop in California, where he'll help host

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Franchise owners Mike and Debbie Jones of Brandenburg, Kentucky were selected by Jackson Hewitt Tax Service from among nearly 800 franchisees operating approximately 5,610 franchised locations as Franchisee of the Year. Jackson Hewitt Tax Service Inc. has approximately 6,600 franchised and company-owned offices throughout the United States and provides full service individual federal and state

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The Arizona Lottery has awarded Pollard Banknote a new five-year contract for instant ticket printing and production services following a procurement competition that took place earlier this year. According to this article, “The Arizona Lottery achieved a record-breaking $472 million in sales in fiscal year 2008 - the highest in the Lottery's 27-year history. As a result, beneficiaries received

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Many Phoenix fans are happy that the Coyotes are not moving to Canada, but staying in Phoenix. Why is this good news especially if the team hasn't enjoyed much success lately? According to this article, “San Jose, Anaheim, Dallas....all have very successful franchises on the ice and are doing well financially. The Coyotes started off on the right foot, had an extremely dedicated fanbase but

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Noone wants bad news, but for planning purposes, it’s sometimes good to keep an eye on certain industries that may be economic indicators of whether Arizona is recovering from the recession or still stalling. Because much of what we purchase in Arizona has to be delivered here, good news in freight transportation could promise an upward trend. Unfortunately, the freight business was in a

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It is surprising how many franchisees look for the same thing in a franchise system. Much discontent can brew from inconsistency in dealing with different franchisees. If a franchisor tries to maintain consistent treatment of all franchisees, this can promote a sense of fairness among franchisees. Another good motivator especially in tough economic times is the introduction of new company

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Maintain the relationship between franchisee & franchisor. One of the ways in which to maintain or cultivate a healthy franchisee/franchisor relationship is to maintain good communication. Many problems between franchisees and franchisors could have been prevented if informal communication had existed before matters became legal problems. One thing a franchisor can do is to make sure that new

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Since the franchise brand is often reflected in how the franchisee operates the franchise, in addition to good people skills, the franchisor should consider how hard the franchisee is willing to work to make the franchise a success. Good training may compensate for certain business inexperience, but the desire to work hard especially during tough economic times can help give a franchisor comfort

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We have posted a lot of information about how franchisees can select a good franchise, but for the overall health of a franchise, the franchisor should give consideration with respect to its selection of franchisees. Some franchisors may stop at whether the franchisee has sufficient funds and interest in the franchise, but many franchises depend on the relationship of the franchisor and

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The basics for starting a business remain the same in good and bad times. Despite the current economic climate, over 40% of retail sales are still spent at franchises. There's still money to be made if you do your homework and stick to the sound advice of franchise lawyers and other professionals who can you make sure you are meeting your objectives. You could lose your shirt with a franchise

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One industry's loss is another's gain for local phoenix businesses. More and more jets are not leaving the runway since the 9/11 terrorist attacks. According to this article, some of them may stay parked and not fly again. This has resulted in more business for aircraft-storage centers. "Airlines began parking more planes after fuel prices climbed. Then the recession hit and passenger demand

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While some of us may dread turning older, some companies are finding that birthdays are a good way of promoting business especially during today's economic difficulties. According to this article, "More companies are catching on that birthday treats are a great direct-marketing tool. They benefit when you bring someone along, and if you get a warm-and-fuzzy feeling about their brand. The

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We are always looking for tips or trends that may help Arizona Franchises in the current economic climate. Perhaps some guidance can be learned from the latest business strategy of Dunkin' Donuts. According to this article, Dunkin' Donuts has not had a major campaign for doughnuts since 1997. They have branched out to so many interesting products, that the company is now 'coming full circle

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While some hold back during a poor economy, others recognize that strategic marketing could be a wiser course of action. Many in Arizona appreciate the serenity and natural beauty of Sedona. Jennifer Wesselhoff, president and CEO of the Sedona Chamber of Commerce, would like to extend this appreciation beyond Arizona to the country and around the world so people know what a wonderful and

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Who knew that shrink wrap could cover more than food and be the answer for several franchisees in a poor economic climate. According to this article, new franchisees of Fast Wrap, an upstart Reno company that has franchises in six other states - Nevada, California, Washington, Idaho, Florida and Colorado have been using shrink wrap as a new business venture: "Though shrink wrap has been around

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Feedback from our last post was so good we are providing another idea for franchisors that may help with the development of their franchise. Conflict resolution is helpful. With solid business experience, a good franchiser leader should be able to identify and manage conflicts before they get out of hand. Though it is important for brand recognition that there be rules that apply evenly to all

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There are many sources for running a good franchise. New ideas are always welcome in a touch economic climate. Flexibility is a good skill for a franchisor to have. Technology is one area in which flexibility to adapt to changes can prove beneficial. Some posts ago we referred to an Arizona food franchise that was using technology to print out nutritional information for its customers.

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We are always looking for news about what any business is doing in a financial downturn to stay on top. Realty World N. California and Nevada is one franchisor dedicated to providing a sound business model for its franchisees. This includes a full range of marketing and advertising tools into the corporate intranet including: virtual tours and digital marketing; virtual and paper flyers,

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An Oklahoma franchisee has some marketing ideas and optimism that may be inspiring to our local Arizona franchisees in this economy. According to this article, Ryan Hausher foresees great opportunity in Oklahoma's first full Dippin' Dots store. The franchisee has aquired a number of kiosks from the 22-year-old ice cream franchise. Besides the 906-square-foot Promenade Mall site, he sees this

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Deciding to purchase a franchise is a major decision. We have mentioned in other posts the importance of performing good research if you are a prospective franchisee. Research for your new franchise should include visiting franchises to help see if some of the things that made you attracted to the franchise exist in reality. This isn't always so easy to do, but not limiting yourself to the

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The recession may be a good time for Arizona Franchisees to seek local help to give their franchises a boost. Each year across the state, Arizona women entrepreneurs attend the only conference in town that promises "no theory, philosophy or fluff - just an arsenal of ideas and practical ammunition to help Arizona women entrepreneurs battle the most difficult business challenges" according to

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Banks may be skittish about lending money right now, but this has not deterred those seeking a fresh start in a new business from franchising. One Kalamazoo man serves as a good example of how to turn life experience into a business opportunity even during these tough economic times. Mark Taylor has traveled the world in his work with US Airways and Pfizer Inc., and has now decided to work in

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In the cleaning sector, one franchise is showing that American consumers have not given up on spending altogether in the current state of the economy. According to this article, many customers are still seeking out Molly Maid, a leading residential cleaning service franchise, for their home cleaning. The franchise ended 2008 with a 5 percent increase in sales over the previous year. As if this

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No doubt there will be many articles recommending the purchase of a Franchise as a good opportunity during bad times. A successful franchise depends on many factors and one is advised to seek the counsel of a franchise attorney and other professionals. There is also work that a prospective franchisee can do on his or her own so that the decision to franchise is more likely to prove sound.

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Though economic downturns may create opportunities for some Phoenix entrepreneurs and Arizona Franchisees, joblessness isn't anything that brings a spirit of cheer. According to this article, Arizona currently matches the national statistic for jobs and is hovering at close to 6 percent. "And economists at the state Department of Commerce said the situation will continue to deteriorate for the

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According to this article, in its recent release of the top searches for franchise opportunities, businesses that offer fitness services and the opportunity to live a healthier lifestyle have entered the top 10 most searched for business opportunities in the competitive franchise arena, which included such well known brands as McDonald's, Subway and Denny's. The growing Colorado-based Fitness

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Though the current state of the economy is making some would-be franchisees wary of making big investments, franchisors are coming up with creative ways of helping franchisees and wooing buyers. Franchise companies, facing competition for prospective franchisees are offering two-for-one deals, reduced fees, bonuses for buyer referrals, extended financing deadlines to attract franchisees.

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A downturn in the economy freezes some individuals so that they postpone any new purchases while others view it as an opportunity or challenge. Many corporate refugees use severances or retirement packages as a source of credit for a franchise business. With so many different industries making up the economy, not all businesses flail around when the economy does not fare well in general.

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Unfortunately, many franchise lawyers only hear from franchisees when there are problems and the franchise does not work out as planned. One such instance is when a franchisee has not bought a franchise direct from the franchisor, but has taken the franchise over from an existing franchisee. This is not always a dire circumstance, but it does require a prospective franchisee to do some due

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Members of the International Franchise Association, (IFA) the world's largest organization representing franchising with a growing membership of more than 1,300 franchise systems, 10,000-plus franchisees and more than 500 firms, made fervant efforts to the House of Representatives to pass the financial market rescue plan. According to this article, IFA President & CEO Matthew Shay felt that: "

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According to this article, " California this week became the first state to require restaurants with at least 20 locations to list their calorie counts on menus and menu boards." The advantage for consumers may be obvious, but there was some concern that restaurant operators and food franchises might view the menu labeling requirement a consideration of time and expense. However, proponents

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According to this article, the West Coast Franchise Expo has become the first franchising event of the west coast. Prospective franchisees or exisiting franchisees may find a wealth of information at the event. Last year "more than 10.000 qualified candidates visited the West Coast Franchise Expo last year and had the opportunity to meet 200 brands seeking to develop, with almost 50% either

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It's nice to know that despite the economic outlook, some businesses still see strong consumer demand which is hopeful for other businesses including franchises that may have related or supporting goods or services. According to this article, "Despite the global downturn, soaring demand for business jets is projected to generate more than $300 billion in sales over the next decade, which could

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As fears of credit freezes abound, according to this article, one company known for its drive-in restaurants, has said it will have financing sources available for its franchisees. Sonic Corp "said the current state of the U.S. economy was challenging and could become more so, but that Sonic and its franchisees "are positioned for future growth and increased development." Responding to news

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We are always interested in these times in expanding franchises that are hopeful about the economy and expanding to create new opportunities for aspiring business owners. Of course, it's also a way of trying to track if there are certain trends in various industries that signal future growth possibilities. According to this article, the owner of a national bookkeeping franchise that originated in

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Despite the economic climate, one health franchise continues to expand internationally and attributes its success to a well thought out franchise model. According to this article, Curves is the ninth most successful franchise company in the world and they are setting their sights on Australia despite the growth their of copy cat fitness centers. Curves' founder Gavin Heaves states that, "we

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According to this article, the Subway submarine sandwich franchise is currently testing out a new concept: "five new outlets located in Washington DC shall not only be offering its customers the standard range of subs, ice-cream, cookies and coffee but shall also have an integrated café area." The chain currently has about 29,000 franchises which has expanded to over 85 different countries since

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If you're a regular trend setter in New York or California, you've probably heard of the new frozen yogurt-calorie conscious new taste developed from a concept imported from South Korea called "fro-yo." It has a more tart taste than the frozen yogurt. Though it has been around for a while, according to this article, metro Phoenix has not seen either chain open here which has "left the field wide

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We love stories about local regular services that expand into franchises that provide a needed service to regular folk. HandyPro Handyman Services appears to be one such franchsise. According to this article, "HandyPro is a member of the Better Business Bureau with no complaints and participates in CARE, the BBB’s Customer Assurance Program. It was voted one of the “101 Best Companies to Work

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Nothing But Noodles franchisee closed its doors despite having entered into a fund-raising agreement with a local Elementary School according to this article. "The five-year lease was up, and franchisee Matt Hale was facing an increase in rent with declining business," said Chad Everts, co-owner of Noodles Development, the Scottsdale-based franchisor. The franchisor claims that with declining

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According to this article, California Closets franchise were honored recently with the Credo Award for 2007. The Franchise provides custom-designed storage solutions for the home. The award "recognizes the franchise that epitomizes the California Closets Credo, a system of beliefs about how they conduct business and interact with customers and with each other."

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Arizona Smart Choice, a program designed to help fight obesity in Arizona is working with local restaurants, including Subway and the McDonald's franchise, to provide nutritional information for customers, according to this article. "Chronic illness, diabetes and obesity are big threats to the United States and Arizona and according to the U.S. Surgeon General, one out of five adults in Arizona

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According to this Article, "One Hour Heating & Air Conditioning ranks #1 as the nation's fastest-growing franchise according to Franchise Times(R) magazine's "Fast 55" list (2007) and ranks #5 on Entrepreneur magazine's list of Top New Franchises (2008)." The franchise offers customers heating & air conditioning services. Readers of The Placer Herald in California selected the One Hour Heating

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Many franchisees ask our franchise law firm what agreement provisions are fair for the franchisee. Some even wonder if any franchise agreement is fair. One way to to assess your franchise agreement, Federal Disclosure Document and other franchise related documentation is to attend or review the reports put out by the AAHOA (Asian Americans Hotel Owner Associatioon). The AAHOA puts out a

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Domino's Pizza, the pizza restaurant and takeaway franchise, is celebrating its 25th anniversary of the opening of its first international outlet. According to this article, the first international Domino's Pizza location was launched in Winnipeg, Canada in 1983 as a franchise. "A few months later the first Domino's Pizza outside North America was opened in Springwood, Queensland, Australia."

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Though about 150 corporate-owned Bennigan`s restaurants are closing because the company is out of money, the franchise's Chapter 7 bankruptcy filing is not expected to affect the retaurants owned by Franchisees, according to this article. In fact, the bankruptcy is "not expected to affect plans to open up one of the restaurants in Mandan next year." The restaurant should be open by next spring.

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Seattle Sutton's Healthy Eating most recent franchise was awarded in Arizona which is building its kitchen operations near Phoenix, according to this article. The Healthy Eating franchise "provides clients with portion- and calorie-controlled meals. The franchise will gradually expand to accommodate customers with additional distributor locations throughout the Kansas City metropolitan area,

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Four of Burger Kings franchise owners who operate a total of 57 stores in South Florida have filed a lawsuit against the Franchise over extended hours that the corporation has demanded they keep open later on certain nights according to this article. "The plaintiffs allege the longer hours cost disproportionately more and threaten the safety of their employees, citing several instances where

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According to this article, Unique Pizza and Subs Corporation (UPZS) "has announced that it plans to assist the first 30 Latino families in raising the necessary capital to open their own successful Unique Pizza and Subs establishments. Their UPZS franchise will range from full sit down restaurant locations to the new Unique Pizza and Subs mobile pizza kitchens. Any race is invited to participate

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Sometimes clients contact us hoping to save money after having started a Federal Disclosure Document (FDD, formerly referred to as the UFOC) using an online kit and want an attorney to provide that "final review." Others use their regular business attorney to look over a Franchise Agreement they may be reviewing for a possible purchase and think that this may be sufficient for a satisfactory

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Several Arizona business owners feel that the key to thriving business in downtown Phoenix depends on nightime transit hours for Phoenix buses. According to this article, "If Phoenix wants its downtown nightlife to thrive, buses need to stay on the street long after sundown, several business owners say.Bill Smith, who owns Bar Smith and other local restaurants, is a member of an alliance of bar,

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According to this article, "K & N Electric – through its trade name K & N Mobile Franchises – is aiming to expand by implementing an updated franchise system, more than 20 years after a botched attempt in the 1980s. We’d like to grow the company and it’s very expensive for us to put trucks out, fully stock them, pay the salesmen for a year or so until they’re actually selling enough to pay their

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According to this article, Arby’s Restaurant Group, Inc has signed development agreements with with five new and eight existing franchisees of the giant food franchise to open an additional 35 Arby’s® restaurants throughout the U.S. These include: "Jeff Davis, CEO of United States Beef Corporation, Arby’s largest franchisee with 252 restaurants across the United States, has agreed to open 11 more

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A recent bill allowing gasoline stations to offer discounts to customers who pay in cash demonstrates that Franchise Agreements may not always be as iron clad as the franchisor intended. According to this article, "Gov. M. Jodi Rell on Tuesday signed a bill allowing franchisees of major oil companies to offer cash discounts to customers, even if their franchise agreements prohibit it." The bill

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The Metro Light Rail is expected to cover a 20 mile region including Phoenix, Tempe and Mesa and should be completed in December. According to this article, "Light rail is six months from operation, but the transit system's impact on the Valley's real-estate market has been in full swing with new condos, office buildings and mixed-use developments rising throughout metro Phoenix." There are

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Apparently, many parents are turning to private businesses to find activities for their children. The reason appears to be that some of these activities are disappearing from schools as they try to save money on "extras" such as music or art. This has provided an opportunity for businesses who want to focus on enrichment for children. According to this article, for some entrepreneurs the

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A new forum of business professionals may provide women-owned Arizona franchises a great opportunity for networking which is essential for any business particularly in a downturn economy where any affordable marketing effort should not be passed. According to their site, Team Women™ " is about celebrating successes of each member and working together to create more prosperous businesses for

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The Uniform Franchise Offering Circular or (UFOC) as it is commonly referred may seem like a standard boilerplate document to some franchisees but it is very important. Not every UFOC (now typically referred to as the FDD or Federal disclosure document) is standard though many of the provisions may vary from franchise to franchise. The UFOC or FDD discloses many of the important issues

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Taxpayers are being warned by the Franchise Tax Board of two scams involving the tax board and identity theft. According to this article, "The first scam involves an e-mail "phishing" for taxpayer data." This type of scam works by attempting "to lure people into revealing personal and financial information, such as Social Security, bank account or credit card numbers, which may be used to steal

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ASBA (the Arizona Small Business Association) CEO Joan Koerber-Walker announced today that ASBA and Comerica Bank have joined forces to shine a spotlight on Arizona-based,second-stage companies that are generating new jobs and sustaining business growth, according to this article. "To qualify, companies must be privately-owned "second stage" companies. Second-stage companies employ between 10 -

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According to this article, state District Judge Bobby Flores, said it isn't the first time he's run into problems with clients of document preparation services. "(The customers) pay them money," he said from the bench immediately after de Luna (in one case) left the courtroom. "And then they come here frequently unready for their cases." Two McAllen franchise businesses - Documents and More and

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Gary Shapiro is the founder and owner of Auto Vault – a secure storage facility for cars and motorcycles. According to this article, : "Auto Vault has become very successful very quickly. "We opened in the fall of 2004 with zero customers," he said. "And now we are looking for more space because we are looking after 400 cars." He started out in the neckwear business before pursuing his passion

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Liz Norwood is one of many mothers who have found a place at home and in franchising. According to this article, "For a long time, women only had two choices - work or raise a family," she says. "Women who decide to have a baby often have intentions of returning to work after a certain amount of time. But there were few options." So Norwood and three other "new moms" started a new company

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According to this article, the weaker dollar means that economic investment groups are taking steps to attract foreign investment to Arizona. Jeff Morhet, chief executive of InNexus, said he is "happy with the company's investment in Arizona. The company operates labs in a research building at the Mayo Clinic in north Scottsdale, where technicians are developing antibodies to help fight cancer

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Kentucky Fried Chicken (KFC) is one of the most famous franchises in the world, but many may not be aware how this global franchise got its start. This article, has a great synopsis on how Harland Sanders, named an honorary Kentucky colonel, was able to build a global franchise from the humble beginnings in a modest gas station kitchen in Kentucky. "After a fire, he rebuilt with a restaurant and

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New Arizona malls are hoping that a new misting system will help shoppers beat the heat as humidity rises and temperatures reach 110 degrees. According to this article, some Arizona businesses are hoping that the Phoenix outdoor lifestyle centers will boost shopping: "Much like some outdoor malls near Detroit and Cleveland have equipped themselves with heated sidewalks to draw shoppers during

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Did you know, according to this article, at the time Ray Kroc began franchising McDonald's restaurants in the mid-1950s, the two largest franchised food chains in the United States both specialized in ice cream: Dairy Queen and Tastee-Freez.

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Service business may provide a more affordable point of entry for those lacking the funds that were previously available through home equity loans. According to this article, local franchise consultant Cheri Carroll claims that "While a franchised sandwich shop may cost $120,000 or more for the build-out and equipment, or $300,000 for a retail shop, a service business can cost as little as

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We don't often think of it in this context, but finding a mentor may be an excellent way of improving your franchise in a tough market. According to this article, " Successful mentorship can be in any number of forms: online or in-person, in both formal and informal settings, on a temporary or long-term basis, and between individuals or in groups. What is essential, experts say, is direction,

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One of the benefits of starting a franchise rather than a start-up business from scratch is that it allows the potential franchisee to start with a recognized brand name and also obtain the type of training that has proven effective over time for the chosen business. Any seasoned and successful business owner will admit to having learned from mistakes early in the business and a franchisee often

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Franchisor FOCUS Brands has found that reducing paper has not only helped the environment, but has lead to substantial savings. According to this article, "companies that reduce or eliminate paper-driven processes not only help the environment but also help their bottom line by improving productivity, increasing compliance, reducing storage costs and eliminating time lost to misfiled information

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Franchising certainly provides those in mid life or with retirement assets an opportunity to experience entrepreneurship. However, franchising may also be a good experience for those in their twenties or thirties. Many college graduates in today's job market may find stiff competition to start a good career. Their lack of experience may make that task harder. Franchising could allow them the

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Hiring help to get you through the hospital process is a growing trend that is emerging in Arizona and across the country according to this article. "As hospital care grows increasingly complex and medical errors kill some 100,000 Americans every year, a whole new industry is forming to deal with this disaster — offering hired help to get you through your hospital stay alive....Arizona — with the

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Megan Albers is the owner of Girl Boutique, an upscale clothing store that specializes in designer labels in Overland Park and believes her network of family and friends have helped make her store a success. According to this article, being a part of a franchise in which the owner helped her get in touch with needed vendors was also an asset. The franchisor "had established relationships with

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Kathleen Connell, PhD, a professor at Haas Business School at the University of California, Berkeley thinks that if you are burdened by taxes, city and state tax codes differ to such an extent that location should be something worth considering. According to this article, "The amount of variation is striking. Families earning the same income experience significant differences in the tax burdens

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The Roy Rogers food chain has done as well as hoped in the past several years. According to this article, Jim Plamondon the co-director of the restaurant chain hopes to try franchising as a means of bringing back loyal customers. "If things go according to plan, recovery lies ahead. The company is operating a booth during the International Franchise Show today and tomorrow at the D.C.

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Kahala Corp., an Arizona Franchise of food franchise concepts based in Scottsdale, Arizona announced a new president. According to this article, Chris Prasifka was announced as president of Kahala Franchise Corp., "franchisor for Kahala's portfolio of brands that include Blimpie and Cold Stone Creamery." Prasifka will help "spearhead efforts to reach a companywide goal of 10,000 operating units

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Re-Bath is a privately owned company based in Tempe, Arizona with nearly 200 franchises operating throughout the United States, Canada and the Caribbean. Re-Bath franchise owners help clients improve the value and beauty of their bathroom. The remodelling Arizona Franchise has recently paired with a home improvement radio show to present the Ugliest Bathroom Sweepstakes. According to this article

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Small Business Television, the Internet’s first television network (SBTV) has joined the IFA-International Franchise Association to provide small businesses with the latest in franchising news. The two organizations appeared together at the IFA’s 48th Annual Convention in Orlando. According to this article, IFA president said: “Franchising is growing rapidly, not just in the United States, but

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Utah-based Five Star Painting Inc has grown to 48 franchises in North America and is one of the fastest growing painting franchises in North America. According to this article, the Franchise System announced today that Sonny Tesch and Mike Scanlon have purchased a new Arizona franchise location in the Phoenix, Arizona market. "Five Star Painting is seeing phenomenal expansion from current and

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Even in a rough economy franchise lawyers receive calls from small to mid size businesses that are doing well and are at the point where they really need to expand to continue or increase that success. There are even businesses, as strange as it may seem, that fold because the demand for their products or services exceeds their resources to meet that demand and they simply fall apart trying to

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Jason Brown and Vikki Hardy Brown bought into the Edible Arrangements franchise in 2006. Edible Arrangements is a Connecticut-based chain. According to this article, despite the downturn in the economy, "Their gamble is now paying off as their fruit-arrangement business is no longer just paying for itself; it's starting to turn a profit." They now own a second franchise. Edible Arrangements "has

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Although changes in the Bankruptcy Code in October 2005 made filing for bankruptcy more complex and expensive, it's anticipated that individual bankruptcies will increase nationwide significantly as the economy continues it's downward turn. According to this article, "National statistics indicate the trend is well under way, with bankruptcy filings by individuals up 27 percent nationwide in the

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Front Page Public Relations is a marketing communications firm based in Gilbert, Arizona. According to this article, the firm will be holding "a new 10-week series of weekly Internet marketing workshops to teach small business owners how to generate more sales leads and significantly increase their monthly revenue using cost-effective Internet marketing programs and the power of the Internet. The

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Richard T. Cole, CEO of showcase company, Geeks On Call Holdings, Inc. will be presenting an audio interview describing the core strengths of Geeks On Call and the difference between Geeks on Call and Geek Squad. Geeks On Call provides on-site computer service and solutions to small business and residential customers. According to this article, Mr. Cole discusses how Geeks On Call began

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If you have executive and management experience and business savvy and people skills, L&W Investigations is actively pursues franchisee candidates with this expertise. L&W Investigations, the foremost private investigations franchise specializing in insurance fraud. The franchise will be exhibiting at the 17th International Franchise Expo (IFE), sponsored by the International Franchise

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Yet another Arizona School has taken the plunge in adopting a school uniform policy. Mesa Junior High tried to adopt the mandatory uniforms measure three times in the past four years in an effort to curb teen crime and behavior problems. School board members have finally approved the measure which will require these Arizona students to begin wearing uniforms next school year. According to this

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Local California franchise consultant Cheri Carroll believes that a tough economic period may be the best time to consider owning a service franchise. According to this article, "One factor in franchise choices is home equity — how many new franchisees financed their businesses in the past, she says. Since equity loans aren’t as available or as generous as they once were, service businesses with

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The Asian American Hotel Owners Association (AAHOA) is one of the fastest-growing organizations in the hospitality industry with 8,700 members owning more than 22,000 hotels, many of which are franchised. The Association puts out a progress report that evaluates franchise companies against AAHOA's 12 Points of Fair Franchising. According to this article, the association released its 2007

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A local couple is opening a new Hand & Stone Massage Spa in Phoenix. Though three Hand & Stone centers currently operate in Scottsdale, Anthem and Chandler, Jill Fleming and her husband, John are opening this new Arizona Franchise in March at Cactus Road and Tatum Boulevard. According to this article, "three more are expected to open in north Scottsdale, Ahwatukee and Chandler during the year."

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The city of Phoenix is encouraging both residents and businesses to conserve energy by turning off their lights for an hour on March 29 to observe Earth Hour. Many government and business buildings will be participating by turning off the majority of their lights. Lights needed for essential functions such as public safety will remain on. According to this article, "More than 25 cities

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HB2745 provides clarification to Arizona's new Employer Sanctions Law and also adds a new provision that would prohibit state and local agencies from issuing business licenses and permits to individuals who cannot prove they are in this country legally. Rep. Russell Pearce, R-Mesa says that such licences would include an Arizona driver's licence and "everything from a state sales tax license

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During other periods of economic downturn, many people who lost jobs and regular salaries found hope in starting their own business and becoming entrepreneurs. Sometimes it takes a firm shove to get people to focus on what would otherwise have remained as dreams. Starting a franchise has many pros and cons that we will revisit from time to time on this blog. Here are a few that you may want to

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Shakey's(R) USA headquartered in Alhambra, CA first opened its doors in April 1954 in Sacramento, CA. Despite a troubled economy, the restaurant franchise is remodelling several franchisee restaurants and is opening new corporate and franchisee stores. According to this article, CEO Joe Remsa's "keen understanding of the brand heritage, equity and vision coupled with his solid working

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