Forbes contributors publish independent expert analyses and insights. Melissa Houston covers financial issues that affect women in business. One of the biggest decisions any aspiring entrepreneur ...

Can you keep your job and start a franchise? It’s a good question that many people don’t even think to ask. But the answer is yes. This is what is commonly referred to as being a “semi-absentee owner.

The best franchise videos don’t just inform, they connect emotionally. To capture those kinds of stories, you need to do more than just scripted interviews and staged office shots. Capturing genuine ...

Owning a business is difficult. Buying into a franchise gives you extra structure and support, but it is still typically more challenging than people expect. Franchise owners take on the daunting ...

Franchise development and sales firms can expedite growth for your brand. But, like any business arrangement, it comes with risk. These organizations aren’t charities, and exist to make money. That ...

Is a Chick-fil-A franchise a good pick? We explain the costs and paperwork needed to start a Chick-fil-A franchise. Many, or all, of the products featured on this page are from our advertising ...