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National Independent Retailer Month highlights why local businesses remain an economic engine

Every July, National Independent Retailer Month shines a spotlight on the entrepreneurs behind America’s locally owned shops. But the annual


20 online business ideas that can turn skills into income 

Entrepreneurs no longer need months of planning or a large budget to launch a business. Low-code tools and established marketplaces


Why service-based franchises offer robust growth opportunities

While artificial intelligence continues to transform industries, some businesses still depend on something technology cannot replicate: human connection. On the


Why you should reverse engineer your endgame before buying a franchise

Many entrepreneurs are turning to franchising or investing in established systems. Some are creating their own concepts with the goal of


10 fast-growing franchise opportunities built for today’s entrepreneurs

The U.S. franchise industry continues to expand, creating new opportunities for entrepreneurs seeking a proven path to business ownership. According


Nick Neonakis explains why franchising remains resilient

Entrepreneurship and franchising continue to attract growing interest from Americans seeking greater control over their income and long-term business opportunities,


Franchise liability debate grows as American Franchise Act advances

Franchising offers a key route to business ownership, but the proposed American Franchise Act raises concerns about responsibility, worker protections,


Urgent care franchises are growing fast, no medical degree required

Owning a medical practice once meant years of school and a wall full of degrees. But today it can be


4 steps to successful franchise ownership

Buying a franchise may look like a simple path to owning your own business. But for every entrepreneur who thrives,


7 steps to win SLED government contracts in 2026

While federal contracting is becoming more competitive, complex and slow, state, local and education government contracting, known as SLED, is


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