Stephen Raskauskas

Freelance writer

About Me

Stephen Raskaukas has created content across print, digital, radio, and television, with work appearing in Wall Street Journal Magazine, WGN-TV Chicago, and WNET (New York’s PBS). He has covered politics, business, health, culture, arts, entertainment, and more.

Their articles

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Can You Open a Raising Cane’s Franchise, and How Much Does It Cost?

20 Mar 2026

Raising Cane’s, founded in 1996, isn’t new to…

3 Min.

Entrepreneur Stories, Entrepreneurship

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Can You Open a [solidcore] Franchise, and How Much Does It Cost?

20 Mar 2026

One of the fastest growing fitness brands in…

3 Min.

Entrepreneur Stories, Understanding Franchising, Entrepreneurship

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How to Open a Bar: Costs, Steps, and What Future Owners Should Know

20 Feb 2026

Opening a bar in the United States can…

5 Min.

Market Entry, Understanding Franchising, Getting Started, Entrepreneurship