The topic of tariffs has been an ongoing point of stress for businesses. While the situation keeps changing, it’s clear that companies are anticipating rising costs. That’s where Schooley Mitchell comes in. By Kelsi Trinidad
A complex housing market has caused U.S. homeowners to increase their spending on home renovations. Remodeling companies have seen an uptick in sales as homeowners vie to save money and bring their dream home to life. However, not all renovation companies are built the same. By Brianna Bohn
An October 2024 Boots & Ladders analysis revealed that the U.S. home services market rose from $595 billion in 2023 to more than $657 billion in 2024. In that booming market, 1-800-Plumber +Air stands out as a franchise uniquely positioned for long-term success. Combining plumbing and HVAC (heating, ventilation and air conditioning) under one trusted umbrella, the company is redefining what it means to be a modern service enterprise. By Lizzy Yeserski
It’s only September, and 2025 has already been a breakout year for Local Handyman. What started as a humble Canadian brand is now scaling across North America at record speed, and it’s no accident. By Nancy E. Williams
When Patrick Lanigan, from Des Moines, Iowa, first heard about Pet Butler, he wasn’t completely sold. “I called my broker and asked, ‘What is it?’ He said it was a pet care and dog waste removal franchise, and I said, ‘I’m not interested,’” Lanigan recalled with a laugh. “But he told me to wait and look at the numbers, and once I did, I saw the potential.” By Lizzy Yeserski
For Mathew Fink, the best part of working as a franchise consultant is helping others find their passion and niche. By Jessica Petrucelli
Over the past few decades, the franchise industry has undergone a significant transformation. What was once largely dominated by food and retail brands has grown into a dynamic and diverse ecosystem that spans industries such as health care, education, home services, fitness, technology and more. This evolution reflects shifts in consumer behavior, increased demand for flexible and smaller footprint business models as well as a growing interest in entrepreneurship as a pathway to personal and financial freedom. By Nancy E. Williams
John Steele had a 25-year career in telecommunications, beginning in the mid-90s, when the internet was just starting to grow legs. Over time, the commoditization of technology increased, and Steele found that he was no longer able to focus on helping solve clients’ problems and was instead tasked with selling them products. By Kelsi Trinidad
Starting a new business doesn’t have to mean building everything from scratch or managing everything alone. For franchisees at CyberGlobal, success is less about servers and software and more about relationships. By Tamara Rahoumi
In line with the August issue’s low-cost brands special section, the FranServe talent acquisition team shared why they feel FranServe, Inc. is one of the best low-cost investment opportunities available. By Nancy E. Williams