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Remembering Pioneer Tom Murphy of Continental Franchise Review

Posted Mon, 2013-01-28 15:42 by Janet Sparks

Franchise consultant and founder of the Continental Franchise Review newsletter Tom Murphy died a week ago last Saturday at age 93, after a short illness. Having known Tom for almost 30 years, I seldom imagined a time that he would no longer be a part of my life in franchising.

The 90% Franchise Success Rate Myth

Posted Mon, 2012-12-03 18:54 by Robert Purvin

One of the most dangerous and pervasive myths in the franchising industry is the idea that more than 90% of all franchises are successful.

Franchise Associations Weigh In on Election

Posted Fri, 2012-11-16 07:25 by BMM
Speaker Boehner speaks
Press conference by Speaker John Boehner (R-OH) on averting the fiscal cliff without raising tax rates. (Official Photo by Bryant Avondoglio, Nov 9)

WASHINGTON — Days after the general election, franchise lobbying groups continue to chime in on the results of the presidential election and their political agenda for the new term.

Government Warns Again: Franchises Do Not Succeed More than Small Businesses

Posted Sat, 2012-09-15 14:51 by Don Sniegowski
A troubled KFC franchise in Kentucky gives up on its franchisor and closes its doors for good
A KFC franchisee in Kentucky gives up on its franchisor and closes its doors for good. photo/bluemaumau

LEXINGTON, Ky. — The Small Business Administration has declared yet again to the public that franchises have the same success rates as independent small businesses.

Franchise Groups Advocate Creating Franchisee Associations

Posted Sat, 2012-07-28 13:35 by Don Sniegowski

SAN DIEGO, Calif. — On Thursday the American Association of Franchisees and Dealers sent an email to franchisees encouraging them to "achieve a win-win relationship with their franchisors" by forming an independent franchise association.

Supreme Court Approves Obamacare!

Posted Thu, 2012-06-28 15:53 by BMM
President Obama talks with Solicitor General Donald Verrilli to learn of SCOTUS passing heatlh care law
President speaks with Solicitor General Verrilli on the phone to learn that SCOTUS upheld health care law, photo/White House

WASHINGTON — In a 5-4 decision, the United States Supreme Court this morning upheld the legality of the Patients Protection and Affordable Care Act, also known as Obamacare.

Dicks Tout Former Spying for Dunkin’

Posted Sat, 2012-06-09 17:49 by Don Sniegowski

UPDATE: Dunkin' Replies
(click here, Jun 11, 2012 at 6pm ET)

Just when you thought Dunkin' has reformed, tales of former corporate spies have re-emerged. Private eye Michael Mershimer, who left Dunkin's employ years ago, says he was hired by the crafty franchisor to dig up the dirt on untrustworthy franchisees.

Journals Rank the Best Franchises

Posted Fri, 2012-03-16 19:16 by Don Sniegowski
7-Eleven in Winchester County, New York
A New York 7-Eleven

Spring and fall: These are the two times of the year that the franchise industry focuses with great intent on selling franchises.

Five Important Questions the Franchise Industry Should Answer

Posted Thu, 2012-03-15 19:09 by Ed Teixeira

The franchise industry should be able to find a way to answer five questions about franchising. Whether it’s the IFA, the Census Bureau, an academic institution or another entity, this is fundamental information that ought to be available on a regular basis.

Franchisor Group Responds to California Fair Franchising Bill

Posted Thu, 2012-03-15 13:14 by BMM

WASHINGTON, D.C. — The International Franchise Association thinks that California's state bill will hurt consumers, franchise unit sales and job growth by adding unnecessary government restrictions.