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American Franchise Act Clears Committee, Heads to Full House Vote
23/07/2026The joint-employer standard has changed four times in the past decade, leaving U.S. franchisors and franchisees navigating persistent legal uncertainty over shared employer liability. On July 22, 2026, the House Education and Workforce Committee voted 23 to 18 to advance…
How to Franchise a Business: Build, Own, and Sell a Franchise in the U.S. in 2026
17/06/2026U.S. franchising is projected to surpass $920 billion in economic output in 2026 across roughly 845,000 establishments, according to the International Franchise Association. Behind that figure sits a full ownership lifecycle: converting a company into a franchise, buying into an…
How to Start a Franchise in the US in 2026
10/06/2026The U.S. franchise sector is projected to add more than 12,000 new establishments in 2026, pushing total output past $920 billion and franchise employment toward nearly 8.9 million jobs, according to the International Franchise Association. That expansion draws thousands of…
Starbucks Franchise: Why You Can’t Own One and What to Do Instead
09/04/2026The idea of owning a Starbucks franchise is a dream of many entrepreneurs, and it’s hard to blame them. Starbucks is one of the most recognizable brands in the world, with more than 40,000 stores in 88 global markets. However,…
Do You Need a Franchise Lawyer? Key Reasons to Hire One Before Investing
07/04/2026Contrary to what most people believe, the heart and soul of a franchise isn’t a recognizable logo and a service. Instead, the core of a franchise is a contract. That’s why experienced entrepreneurs begin searching for a great attorney to…
Franchise, Franchisee, and Franchisor: Understanding the Roles, Responsibilities, and Relationships
01/04/2026Franchising is one of the most accessible paths to business ownership, but getting the most out of it starts with understanding how the relationship actually works. A franchisor licenses their business model and brand to a franchisee, who then runs…
How 7-Eleven Became the World’s Largest Convenience Retailer
01/04/2026For almost 100 years, 7-Eleven has been reimagining convenience. What began as a small stand on the dock of a Dallas icehouse is now a global brand with more stores than any other retailer worldwide — a testament to innovation…
Kosher Franchises in the U.S.: Opportunities in a Growing Market
31/03/2026The kosher food market is no longer confined to lox, bagels, and oversized corned beef and pastrami sandwiches. Its appeal now extends far beyond Jewish communities and niche segments. The global kosher food sector was valued at about $22.8 billion…
Can You Open a [solidcore] Franchise, and How Much Does It Cost?
20/03/2026One of the fastest growing fitness brands in the United States is [solidcore], with over 150 studio locations and plans to expand to 250 more by 2028. Known popularly as “Pilates on steroids,” [solidcore] studios offer intense, 50-minute workouts using…
Franchising Forward: Matthew Haller on 2026 Trends, Policy, and Technology
13/03/2026During the 2026 IFA Annual Convention, L’Express Franchise had the honor to speak with Matthew Haller, President & CEO of the International Franchise Association. Leading the world’s oldest and largest franchise organization, Haller oversees its work representing 1,200 franchisor brands,…
