FranBlog

By and For the Franchise Community

Our FranBlog includes the best of franchise success stories from around the world. These personal accounts help you learn directly from the collective experiences of IFA’s franchise community.     

Choose from a list of topics and read personal stories of challenge and success.  Pick up helpful tips on franchising.  Get marketing ideas for small business.  Explore and discover the franchise community from within the franchise community.

FranBlog

Little State, Big Franchising Opportunities in Connecticut

Every year, the International Franchise Association publishes a comprehensive report highlighting the economic impact franchising has on the US economy. Our data for 2017 showed that there are 733,000 franchise establishments that support nearly 7.6 
April 27, 2018
Franchise Opportunities
News Round-Up

Franchisee Friday - CMIT Solutions Inc.

Our #FranchiseeFriday is Shirley Peterson of CMIT Solutions of Fort Worth Downtown! She said she loves franchising because she "feels the support of the corporate office to elevate my technology business to a higher level."
For more about franchisin
April 20, 2018
Franchise Opportunities
News Round-Up

Franchisee Friday - Digital Doc

Our #FranchiseeFriday is Rob McCabe, who owns Digital Doc! He said, "As a franchisee, it’s great to have a network of other franchisees to lean on and work with to solve common problems."
For more about franchising with Digital Doc, click here.
April 17, 2018
Franchise Opportunities
News Round-Up

Franchisee Friday - Suburban Solutions

Congrats to our #FranchiseeFriday- Collene Wilson, who was the first franchisee of Suburban Solutions Moving and Transport - Proven and Profitable Moving and Junk Removal Franchise in Alexandria, VA!

For more about franchising with Suburban Soluti
April 06, 2018
Franchise Opportunities
News Round-Up

Franchisee Friday - Christian Brothers Automotive

Congratulations to our #FranchiseeFriday, Jonita White of Christian Brothers Automotive Frisco West! She said, "Franchising has allowed me to be a business owner that values customers, earning their trust and making each visit to my shop a positive e
March 30, 2018
Franchise Opportunities
News Round-Up

Use a Tax Refund to Start a Franchise for Less than $1,000 Down

Consumers may find themselves with an unexpected windfall when tax refunds start rolling in. While most will add to their retirement savings plan or splurge on a vacation or the latest technology gadget, another option is to reinvest in one’s future.
March 26, 2018
Franchise Opportunities
News Round-Up