by Julie Lusthaus | Feb 20, 2026 | Blog
Drive-thru concepts have evolved from a novelty and convenient add-on to a core, growth-focused channel that many franchisors now treat as a primary engine for unit expansion and profitability. Industry data indicates that drive-thrus are integral to the franchising...
by Julie Lusthaus | Feb 17, 2026 | Case Study
Challenge Our client was a sophisticated business owner seeking to enter franchising by joining a recognizable franchise system that provides residential and commercial restoration services. Entering this service-based system as a franchisee was unique from the...
by Julie Lusthaus | Jan 29, 2026 | Blog, For Franchisors
Franchising a successful gym or fitness concept can be a powerful growth strategy for franchisors and a profitable model for franchisees. But building recognizable gym brands is less like a sprint and more like a marathon; it brings industry-specific challenges that...
by Julie Lusthaus | Jan 22, 2026 | Blog
Why? Because federal and New York rules impose hard deadlines tied to a business’s fiscal year-end. January is widely considered the start of “tax season” (largely for personal finances). Franchisors who also consider the month the start of “FDD season” will benefit...
by Julie Lusthaus | Dec 23, 2025 | Blog
As you set goals for 2026, one task deserves early attention: checking your renewal dates. Franchisees do not have automatic or indefinite rights to operate under a brand. Renewal windows can open and close quickly, and missing one can have significant consequences...
