A franchise opportunity marketed as profitable, scalable, and manageable in part-time hours should be met with a healthy cynicism. This was a key...
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Maryland’s 2026 Franchise Law Amendments: What You Should Know
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...
Opening a Franchise? Key Details and Essential Items
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...
Key Details to Know About Franchise Fees
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...
Five Reasons An Area Development Agreement May Be Right For You
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...
What Franchise Owners Need to Know About NYC’s ‘Click-To-Cancel’ Rule
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...
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