Franchise Direct Blog
Franchises That Meet the Needs of an Aging Senior Population
Opening a senior care franchise means an established business model, high demand, meaningful impact, and diverse opportunities with franchise options that extend well beyond home care.
Niche Franchise Opportunities for Active People
If you're looking to turn your passion for active living and leisure into a thriving business, franchise industries of sports, recreation, children's activities, home-based fitness, and vending are a good place to start your search.
3 Things Top Franchisors Do for Their Franchisees
What separates the powerhouse franchise opportunities from the more average ones? For starters, top-tier franchisors build enviable operational systems, provide effective ongoing training, and create a true partnership with their franchisees.
The 2025 Franchising Outlook
Where do franchisors expect the franchise industry to do for the rest of 2025? We review the 2025 IFA Franchisor Survey for some answers.
3 Types of Franchises You Can Open for Under $10k
Many aspiring business owners believe that owning a franchise requires a significant amount of money right out of the gate. Not true necessarily! There is a wealth of exciting and practical franchise opportunities with surprisingly low initial costs...like these.
Franchise Resales: Buying an Existing Franchise vs. Starting Fresh
A resale franchise vs. new franchise. Neither option is inherently better than the other and your "perfect" match might surprise you. Here are some tips on gathering the proper information to make the best decision for your situation.
Franchising on a Budget
Franchising, often associated with big brands with big price tags, can feel out of reach to people operating on a budget. But the truth is, franchising is not just about million-dollar restaurants. There are many financially accessible opportunities that can fit within your budget.
Millennials, Franchising, and Legacy Building
Millennials are a generation known for disrupting norms, seeking purpose beyond profit, and using technology to its fullest. A generation that tends to opt towards legacy building pursuits alongside the quest for income. Let’s look closer at what that means for those of this cohort when considering whether to start a franchise.
Why Smart Franchisees Embrace the System (Instead of Fighting It)
When you're handed a thick franchise operations manual after signing your franchise agreement, a twinge of resistance is natural to feel. However, those franchise rules aren't arbitrary hoops to jump through. They’re the distilled wisdom of what works in the franchise concept you’re a part of.
How to Understand the Franchise's Company Culture Before Investing
When investing in a franchise, company culture is one of the more overlooked parts of the research process. Read five tips on how to understand a franchise's company culture before you sign on the dotted line here.