Expertise from Forbes Councils members, operated under license. Opinions expressed are those of the author. As the CEO of a franchise business, I'm often asked how to choose a franchise to invest in.

Many franchise candidates fall for the “it runs itself” myth. Here’s why hands-on ownership is the only real path to success. Even the most proven franchise systems require active, engaged ownership — ...

As we head fast through 2023, many are finding that the status quo isn’t cutting it anymore. Pre-pandemic, many settled for paying their dues, earning a paycheck and muddling along, but Covid-19 ...

What is the HomeVestors franchise opportunity? The HomeVestors ™ business began franchising in Dallas, Texas, in 1996, with a real estate entrepreneur named Ken D’Angelo. Ken had purchased many homes ...

Once you've narrowed your franchise choices to a few — or a few dozen — it's time to investigate these informational options.