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Jersey Mike's just filed for a $12 billion IPO. Meanwhile Subway franchisees are earning less than minimum wage. We break down the real numbers and what it means for franchise investors in 2026.

The FTC just secured the largest franchise enforcement payout in history against Club Pilates, Pure Barre and YogaSix parent Xponential Fitness. Here is what happened and what it means for you.

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The 2025 KFC Ad That’s Creeping Everyone Out — And Why It’s Franchise Marketing Genius

We read and summarized the IFA's Annual Report so you don't have to.

Breaking the Wealth Myth: Why Entrepreneurship Wins Over Traditional Employment

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6 Reasons You Should NEVER Lean on a Financial Advisor to Evaluate a Franchise

By Franchise Gold Consultants | April 2024 | 5 min read On April 23, 2024, The Federal Trade Commission (FTC) issued a groundbreaking ban prohibiting for-profit employers from entering into new non-compete agreements with all employees, including senior executives. This rule, effective 120 days after its publication in the Federal Register, carries significant implications for various industries, including franchising. As the rule faces potential legal challenges, its impac

Crumbl Cookies, known for its rapid growth and delicious treats, has faced some tough times recently. Let's break down what's been happening.

HOW AMERICA'S OBESITY EPIDEMIC BECAME YOUR NEXT BUSINESS OPPORTUNITY How Franchising Plans to Dominate the $90 Billion Weight-Loss Industry

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New Franchisee Shan Mukundan never thought he'd own his own business before meeting with Franchise Consultant Natalie Gold.

The Franchise Disclosure Document FDD is a legal disclosure document that must be provided to you as part of the presale due diligence process. However, we always recommend having a franchise attorney review your franchise agreement as well as the franchise disclosure document before you make a decision.