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What a Franchise Business Consultant Actually Does

FBC. Franchise Business Coach. Franchise Business Consultant. Call them what you what but what does a franchise business consultant do? We get into the basics of this very important role for anyone owning a franchise.
Blog April 10, 2026

Why You Might Want to Be Colonel of Your Own KFC Franchise

There are thousands of food franchises on the market today. If you're considering a big brand franchise like KFC, read this first to find out what you need to know, and see which alternative brands offer strong opportunities for success.
Blog April 8, 2026

S1E34: Start Lean, Scale Big: Best Low-Cost Franchise Opportunities 2026

What if you could own a thriving business for under $100,000? In this episode, Allison and Michelle reveal Franchise Business Review's 2026 Top 50 Low-Cost Franchise Opportunities, breaking down the advantages of leaner business models and what the data really shows about franchisee satisfaction, scalability, and work-life balance.
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Compare 50 Top Franchises Under $100K

You may be surprised to learn that starting a business doesn’t have to come with a sky-high price tag. There are many affordable franchise opportunities available for under $100,000. Explore the benefits of investing in a low-cost franchise and see which brands were rated best for 2026 by business owners.
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The First Year as a Mathnasium Franchisee

Here at Franchise Business Review, we often tell the stories of extremely successful franchisees. From multi-unit owners to folks crushing it in their single territories, we showcase people with several years of ownership under their belts. This post is about that first year, which can be chaotic, stressful, demanding, and yet extremely rewarding. We talked to several Mathnasium franchisees to find out what their first year was really like.
Blog April 2, 2026
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The 5 Best Pizza Franchises to Own in 2026

What are the best pizza franchises to buy? Based on franchisee satisfaction, we determined this year’s five best pizza franchises. See which brands offer the best opportunity for success.
Blog April 1, 2026

S1E33: Should You Use a Franchise Broker — or Is It a Conflict of Interest?

Unlock the secrets to successful franchise ownership with insights from Tim Parmeter, a seasoned franchise broker at FranCoach. This episode reveals how working with a franchise consultant can be your shortcut to finding the right franchise fit. Tim demystifies the role of brokers, explaining how they’re compensated and how they vet both brands and candidates.
Blog March 30, 2026
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The Franchise Side Hustle: How To Turn Your Passion into Franchise Ownership 

Whether you want to diversify your income with a part-time job or follow your passion to a whole new career, exploring the possibilities with a franchise side hustle could help you discover your dream gig! Here are some of the most popular side hustle franchise opportunities.
Blog March 27, 2026
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Female Franchise Owners Rate the Top Franchises for Women

Franchise Business Review surveyed nearly 8,550 female franchise owners across 320 franchise brands to identify the 100 best franchises of 2026 for women—rated on owner satisfaction, culture, leadership, training, support, and financial opportunity. Discover what they had to say about their experiences in franchising and explore the top-rated brands based on their feedback.
Blog March 25, 2026

S1E32: The Path to Multi-Unit, Multi-Brand Success in Franchising

Michelle talks to Antonio McBroom of Primo Partners. He is a multi-unit, multi-brand franchisee with Ben & Jerry's and Starbucks
Blog March 23, 2026
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