Read Top Business > Franchise Headlines and Articles from http://www.business-newsarticles.com en-us http://www.business-newsarticles.com/rss_feeds.htm http://www.business-newsarticles.com/business_franchise_articles/2009/01/five-star-franchisee-expands-into-columbus-ohio-81670.htm Sun, 04 Jan 2009 07:00:00 GMT Ross Gill has purchased the Columbus, Ohio market and will be working closely with Tom Hodgson, Five Star's COO of East Coast operations. http://www.business-newsarticles.com/business_franchise_articles/2009/01/directbuy-of-greater-vancouver-donates-washerdryer-to-servants-anonymous-society-of-surrey-81622.htm Sat, 03 Jan 2009 07:00:00 GMT While DirectBuy has made it's name by giving families the opportunity to buy directly from the manufacturer and save hundreds, even thousands, on home improvement projects, furniture, appliance and many other household items, it's reputation for generosity also speaks for itself. http://www.business-newsarticles.com/business_franchise_articles/2009/01/tropical-flurry-offers-dispensers-at-no-cost-81580.htm Fri, 02 Jan 2009 07:00:00 GMT Tropical Flurry makes its products easier to distribute by placing and servicing the dispensing equipment in retail locations at no cost with a signed product contract. http://www.business-newsarticles.com/business_franchise_articles/2009/01/iaf-beverage-offers-outofthebox-school-nutrition-alternative-81446.htm Thu, 01 Jan 2009 07:00:00 GMT Following in line with the school nutrition association guidelines, IAF Beverage has a product offering to meet school age children's needs for daily fruit and increased vitamin consumption http://www.business-newsarticles.com/business_franchise_articles/2008/12/snap-fitness-muscles-its-way-to-1-ranking-in-fitness-category-81031.htm Fri, 26 Dec 2008 07:00:00 GMT Recognized for Growth, Success on Entrepreneur Magazine's 2009 Franchise 500 http://www.business-newsarticles.com/business_franchise_articles/2008/12/homeowners-insurance-claims-denied-80945.htm Wed, 24 Dec 2008 07:00:00 GMT Many homeowners obtain insurance to protect against the loss or damage to their homes and personal property, but insurers may delay or deny claims, especially after natural disasters, because of the vast number of claims. http://www.business-newsarticles.com/business_franchise_articles/2008/12/directbuy-of-dupage-county-enjoys-new-location-at-1864-highgrove-lane-80693.htm Tue, 23 Dec 2008 07:00:00 GMT DirectBuy of DuPage County, the leading members-only showroom and home design center that offers merchandise directly from manufacturers and their authorized suppliers, recently unveiled its brand new showroom at 1864 Highgrove Lane, Suite 136. http://www.business-newsarticles.com/business_franchise_articles/2008/12/doing-good-does-some-good-80694.htm Tue, 23 Dec 2008 07:00:00 GMT Evans named DirectBuy of Buffalo's November "Do-Gooder" of the month. http://www.business-newsarticles.com/business_franchise_articles/2008/12/directbuy-of-gurnee-to-host-jan-10-fundraiser-for-daisy-resource-development-center-and-pay-it-forward-foundation-80429.htm Sat, 20 Dec 2008 07:00:00 GMT Most people start their New Year by making resolution. Instead of giving up sweets or exercising more, DirectBuy of Gurnee Owner Karuna Talwar has vowed to make a difference by hosting a charity fundraiser for two worthwhile causes: http://www.business-newsarticles.com/business_franchise_articles/2008/12/european-entrepreneurs-who-missedout-on-dublis-european-launch-are-joining-the-dubli-eagles-to-secure-their-piece-of-americas-online-shopping-market-80210.htm Fri, 19 Dec 2008 07:00:00 GMT America's leading team of DubLi Business Associates expands its membership world wide. http://www.business-newsarticles.com/business_franchise_articles/2008/12/consumers-turn-to-wood-and-coalburning-stoves-as-alternative-energy-solutions-80216.htm Fri, 19 Dec 2008 07:00:00 GMT While the price of oil has come down in recent weeks, how long those prices will stay that way has many consumers seeking cleaner, more affordable and, in some cases, more effective heating solutions. Surprisingly, those choices include two "old school" options: wood and coal-burning stoves. http://www.business-newsarticles.com/business_franchise_articles/2008/12/choosing-the-correct-form-for-your-professional-business-79943.htm Thu, 18 Dec 2008 07:00:00 GMT The first step in setting up a successful business is choosing the proper legal form that your new business will take. http://www.business-newsarticles.com/business_franchise_articles/2008/12/californias-original-genuine-pizza-meets-americas-favorite-candy-dispenser-79980.htm Thu, 18 Dec 2008 07:00:00 GMT Straw Hat Restaurants Launches Sweet PEZ Holiday Deal for Diners http://www.business-newsarticles.com/business_franchise_articles/2008/12/complex-divorce-cases-79939.htm Wed, 17 Dec 2008 07:00:00 GMT Most divorces concern issues such as temporary alimony, child support, child conservatorship (custody) and division of marital property and, in qualified cases, post divorce, spousal maintenance; these issues are considered common to divorce cases. http://www.business-newsarticles.com/business_franchise_articles/2008/12/how-much-is-your-small-business-worth-79944.htm Wed, 17 Dec 2008 07:00:00 GMT Before they can market their company or weigh any offers they may receive, business owners must confront the central question: How much is my business worth? http://www.business-newsarticles.com/business_franchise_articles/2008/12/fantastic-sams-and-buxton-team-up-to-advance-expansion-efforts-during-the-tough-economy-79720.htm Wed, 17 Dec 2008 07:00:00 GMT The largest full service hair care franchise and the industry leader in customer analytics and retail site selection technology create a successful partnership. http://www.business-newsarticles.com/business_franchise_articles/2008/12/directbuy-of-cool-springs-earns-a-rating-from-the-better-business-bureau-79509.htm Mon, 15 Dec 2008 07:00:00 GMT DirectBuy of Cool Springs, the leading members-only showroom and home design center that offers merchandise directly from manufacturers and their authorized suppliers, was recently awarded an A+ grade by the Better Business Bureau as a BBB Accredited Business. http://www.business-newsarticles.com/business_franchise_articles/2008/12/lp-bistro-launches-franchise-prototype-in-busy-downtown-atlanta-79248.htm Sat, 13 Dec 2008 07:00:00 GMT New Euro Bistro-Style Fast-Casual Concept Takes Flight in Non-Traditional Venues http://www.business-newsarticles.com/business_franchise_articles/2008/12/franchoice-donates-electric-cart-to-the-denver-uso-78836.htm Thu, 11 Dec 2008 07:00:00 GMT Franchise Referral Company Believes in Giving Back to Those Who Serve http://www.business-newsarticles.com/business_franchise_articles/2008/12/versai-the-wine-bar-teams-with-directbuy-to-help-yorba-linda-residents-recover-from-fire-ravages-with-an-event-set-for-wednesday-january-14-78845.htm Thu, 11 Dec 2008 07:00:00 GMT Robert Sarai, the innovative restaurateur of Fitness Pizza and Grill, and the newly minted Versai the Wine Bar, knows his neighbors need help after suffering losses caused by recent fires that destroyed more than 150 homes in the city. http://www.business-newsarticles.com/business_franchise_articles/2008/12/preferred-care-at-home-spreads-holiday-cheer-with-an-inspirational-gift-78554.htm Wed, 10 Dec 2008 07:00:00 GMT Preferred Care at Home Publishes Book to Lift the Spirit and Health of Elderly Affected by Holiday Depression http://www.business-newsarticles.com/business_franchise_articles/2008/12/greater-boston-directbuys-hold-holiday-food-drive-78579.htm Wed, 10 Dec 2008 07:00:00 GMT Lost amid all the talk of bailouts and other disturbing economic news is the effect it¡¯s had on people who are truly in need: the homeless and the hungry. http://www.business-newsarticles.com/business_franchise_articles/2008/12/directbuy-of-gurnee-attends-international-conference-78580.htm Wed, 10 Dec 2008 07:00:00 GMT DirectBuy of Gurnee recently sent 12 members of its staff to DirectBuy's international sales and service conference last month in San Francisco. http://www.business-newsarticles.com/business_franchise_articles/2008/12/dave-lovetts-online-marketing-system-launch-electrifies-internet-marketing-world-78631.htm Tue, 09 Dec 2008 07:00:00 GMT Finally a new Internet marketing solution "Dave Lovett's Online Marketing System" solves the problems that plague many home-based business people and aspiring online marketers - Quicker Profits and Easy Setup. http://www.business-newsarticles.com/business_franchise_articles/2008/12/parents-struggle-to-fill-christmas-stockings-73355.htm Sun, 07 Dec 2008 07:00:00 GMT Children are set to have a disappointing Christmas this year with the average spend per child set to be 60 on Christmas presents http://www.business-newsarticles.com/business_franchise_articles/2008/12/i9-sports-adds-familiar-face-to-winning-team-78032.htm Sat, 06 Dec 2008 07:00:00 GMT National Youth Sports Franchise Names Brian Sanders as New Chief Operating Officer http://www.business-newsarticles.com/business_franchise_articles/2008/12/driven-by-a-vision-units-mobile-storage-delivers-positive-2008-results-at-first-national-conference-77651.htm Thu, 04 Dec 2008 07:00:00 GMT Charleston-based Chain Gains Strong Market Share in Mobile Storage Industry http://www.business-newsarticles.com/business_franchise_articles/2008/12/how-the-new-scrooge-did-his-shopping-for-the-next-christmas-77188.htm Mon, 01 Dec 2008 07:00:00 GMT There's no question seeing the three spirits changed Ebenezer Scrooge forever. Yet did it really undo buying habits ingrained over a lifetime? Or did he convert that frugality into shrewdness for getting the most for his money, saving money and being the guy who gave the best gifts? http://www.business-newsarticles.com/business_franchise_articles/2008/11/mccusker-company-signs-definitive-agreement-with-sub-total-to-provide-commercial-warranty-programs-76414.htm Wed, 26 Nov 2008 07:00:00 GMT McCusker and Company a leading developer of customer support solutions including extended warranties and OEM warranty programs, is pleased to announce that an agreement has been formed between McCusker and Company and Subtotal. http://www.business-newsarticles.com/business_franchise_articles/2008/11/veterans-program-assists-transition-to-new-careers-76427.htm Wed, 26 Nov 2008 07:00:00 GMT Engrave-A-Crete Inc. the manufacturer and distributor of decorative concrete engraving equipment has announced that it will offer military veterans of the Iraq, Afghanistan and Persion Gulf conflicts a special program to assist in their transition to new careers. http://www.business-newsarticles.com/business_franchise_articles/2008/11/stevi-bs-hires-seth-salzman-senior-vice-president-of-corporate-operations-76113.htm Sun, 23 Nov 2008 07:00:00 GMT Atlanta-based Family Pizza Chain Bolsters Operations with Industry Veteran http://www.business-newsarticles.com/business_franchise_articles/2008/11/elements-for-women-announces-expansion-into-vibrant-emerging-latin-american-markets-75723.htm Fri, 21 Nov 2008 07:00:00 GMT Miami-based fitness brand elements has entered into a deal with prestigious development firm Feher and Feher in Mexico to launch the upscale brand in the Latin American markets. http://www.business-newsarticles.com/business_franchise_articles/2008/11/need-a-job-franchoice-suggests-buying-a-franchise-75548.htm Thu, 20 Nov 2008 07:00:00 GMT One Alternative to Those Hit by Unemployment May Be Franchise Ownership http://www.business-newsarticles.com/business_franchise_articles/2008/11/tropical-flurry-shifts-to-more-nutritious-products-74999.htm Sun, 16 Nov 2008 07:00:00 GMT Tropical Flurry Moves Toward a more Nutritious Product Line, Including 100% Fruit Juice and Real Milk Based Products. http://www.business-newsarticles.com/business_franchise_articles/2008/11/inc-magazine-names-owners-of-college-hunks-hauling-junk-franchise-americas-coolest-young-entrepreneurs-under-30-74562.htm Fri, 14 Nov 2008 07:00:00 GMT In an election year, when we're bombarded with negative press, 26 Year Old COLLEGE HUNKS HAULING JUNK founders rise to the top. http://www.business-newsarticles.com/business_franchise_articles/2008/11/global-resorts-network-success-strategies-officially-revealed-74301.htm Thu, 13 Nov 2008 07:00:00 GMT Global Resorts Network Team Leader and Trainer Brian Magnosi reveals how to achieve first page ranking on YouTube, Yahoo, and the world's most powerful search engine-Google just like he does and earn a multiple six figure income with Global Resorts Network your first year. http://www.business-newsarticles.com/business_franchise_articles/2008/11/batteries-plus-franchise-store-sales-continue-to-climb-despite-economy-74140.htm Wed, 12 Nov 2008 07:00:00 GMT Leading U.S. Battery Retail Franchise Reports 20 Percent Same Store Sales Increase http://www.business-newsarticles.com/business_franchise_articles/2008/11/247-press-release-newswire-www247pressreleasecom-provides-small-businesses-with-cost-effective-press-release-options-during-tough-economic-times-74142.htm Tue, 11 Nov 2008 07:00:00 GMT 24-7PressRelease.com, a leader in effective and affordable press release distribution, offers attractive Mass Media Distribution through partnership with PR Newswire http://www.business-newsarticles.com/business_franchise_articles/2008/11/i9-sports-franchise-scores-big-in-communities-across-us-73767.htm Sun, 09 Nov 2008 07:00:00 GMT National Franchise Realizes Stellar Profits in Youth Sports http://www.business-newsarticles.com/business_franchise_articles/2008/11/international-debut-of-closets-by-design-opens-doors-throughout-canada-73769.htm Sun, 09 Nov 2008 07:00:00 GMT Leading Home Organization Franchise Plans to Open 6 Canadian Locations by 2010 http://www.business-newsarticles.com/business_franchise_articles/2008/11/new-study-puroclean-franchisees-among-most-satisfied-in-industry-73773.htm Sun, 09 Nov 2008 07:00:00 GMT Property Emergency Services Franchise Earns World Class Designation for Fourth Straight Year http://www.business-newsarticles.com/business_franchise_articles/2008/11/mr-handyman-franchise-helps-homeowners-qualify-for-green-tax-rebates-73835.htm Sun, 09 Nov 2008 07:00:00 GMT National Public Education Effort Has Potential to Save Homeowners $500 for Energy Efficiency http://www.business-newsarticles.com/business_franchise_articles/2008/11/hy-named-directbuy-of-buffalos-october-dogooder-of-the-month-73652.htm Sat, 08 Nov 2008 07:00:00 GMT DirectBuy of Buffalo, the leading members-only showroom and home design center, established the "Do-Gooder of the Month" award to recognize employees, vendors and even members going above and beyond the call of duty- http://www.business-newsarticles.com/business_franchise_articles/2008/11/venulum-sees-strong-interest-in-wine-investment-despite-fall-in-livex-100-index-73163.htm Thu, 06 Nov 2008 07:00:00 GMT Venulum is seeing strong interest in its wine investment portfolio from those looking to weather the financial storm. http://www.business-newsarticles.com/business_franchise_articles/2008/11/phillies-fans-cheer-pirate-billboard-steers-73172.htm Thu, 06 Nov 2008 07:00:00 GMT In the midst of all the chaos that ensued during the Philadelphia Phillies Parade last Friday, one giant billboard braved the madness and advertised to hundreds of thousands of Phillies fans. http://www.business-newsarticles.com/business_franchise_articles/2008/11/directbuy-offers-guidelines-for-selecting-your-home-improvement-projects-73237.htm Thu, 06 Nov 2008 07:00:00 GMT Perhaps it's the innate pioneer spirit in all of us to build and mend our own home. Or maybe it's watching one too many Extreme Makeover shows and thinking, "that seemed simple enough." http://www.business-newsarticles.com/business_franchise_articles/2008/11/directbuy-of-nyc-provides-tips-to-designing-the-perfect-kids-room-72804.htm Mon, 03 Nov 2008 07:00:00 GMT While in the past, a parent yelling, "Go to your room!" may have been some sort of punishment, nowadays it could pass as a reward, depending on the design and furniture selection your child's room. http://www.business-newsarticles.com/business_franchise_articles/2008/10/virtual-franchise-expo-online-seminar-announced-by-united-franchise-connection-72233.htm Fri, 31 Oct 2008 07:00:00 GMT Consumers will be able to request more information, view a Video on the Franchise or Chat with a representative from the Franchise Company live on the interent. http://www.business-newsarticles.com/business_franchise_articles/2008/10/nypd-pizza-and-the-city-of-new-york-reach-agreement-on-trademark-72291.htm Fri, 31 Oct 2008 07:00:00 GMT NYPD Pizza is the Only Official NYPD Pizza Chain as Trademarked around the World http://www.business-newsarticles.com/business_franchise_articles/2008/10/robert-young-signson-with-onecoach-to-change-the-lives-of-smallbusiness-owners-in-overland-park-kansas-72104.htm Thu, 30 Oct 2008 07:00:00 GMT OneCoach announces Robert Young as a territory manager in Overland Park, Kansas, where he will help small-business owners and entrepreneurs grow their businesses faster.