by Julie Lusthaus | Sep 24, 2026 | Blog, For Franchisees, For Franchisors
The Maryland Office of the Attorney General Securities Division recently issued a notice explaining how franchisors must address recent amendments to the Maryland Franchise Registration and Disclosure Law. The changes, enacted through H.B. 730 and signed by Gov. Wes...
by Julie Lusthaus | Sep 14, 2026 | Blog, For Franchisees
Opening a franchise involves much more than signing a franchise agreement and paying an initial franchise fee. Before committing to a franchise opportunity, franchisees should understand the key items, services, approvals, and financial resources needed to launch and...
by Julie Lusthaus | Aug 31, 2026 | Blog, For Franchisees
Franchise fees are among the most crucial financial obligations to understand before buying a franchise. The initial franchise fee often receives the most attention, but it is only one part of the total cost of becoming and remaining a franchisee. The franchise...
by Julie Lusthaus | Aug 24, 2026 | Blog, For Franchisors
Experienced franchisees who have had success operating one franchise unit may want to expand. It is also common for a business owner (or entity) to want to develop more than one location at the outset. The next logical step in both scenarios would require area...
by Julie Lusthaus | Aug 11, 2026 | Blog, For Franchisors
In July 2026, New York City unveiled its “click-to-cancel” rule, which aims to protect consumers from being kept in a subscription or agreement without an easy way out. While this is a first for the city, it is not the first for New York State. Let’s discuss what...
