The Franzy Files

Educational content, data & trends, industry news, and updates from the Franzy team on all things franchising.

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Franchising 101

Your starter guide to the franchising business – basics on how franchising works, if it’s a good fit for you, and how to get started.

The Franchise Purchase Process

How to Buy a Franchise

The step-by-step process to becoming a franchise owner – start to finish. We walk you through every detail so you’re confident at every point in your journey.

Running a Franchise

How to Create a Franchise Business Plan

A business plan is your blueprint to successfully running a franchise. Here’s how to create one and some sample templates to get you started.

Franchising Your Business

How to Franchise Your Business

Curious what it takes to scale your business into a franchise? Spoiler alert – it’s a lot. Don’t worry, though. We’ll walk you through it.

Franchising Data & Trends

Average Franchise Fees In 2025

Initial franchising fees span a huge spectrum. Here is our data on average franchise fees and other costs of running a franchise.

The Best Franchises

The Best Franchises of 2025

Everybody has different criteria for what they’re looking for in a franchise opportunity, but rankings are fun, too. Check out some of the most notable franchise brands and our data-driven methodology for how we ranked them.

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The Latest Franzy Files

Franzy raises $2.2 million seed round to launch industry’s first dedicated franchise resale marketplace

July 15, 2025 – Charlotte, NC – Franzy, an AI-powered franchise marketplace, today announced it has raised $2.2 million in seed funding to accelerate its mission of helping more people become business owners through franchising. The round was led by York IE, with participation from Front Porch Capital, Overline, Avalanche VC, Daren Cotter, and Eric …

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How to Decide on Franchise Fees and Royalties

Franchise fees have a lot of impact on your success as a franchisor

Can You Own Multiple Franchises from Different Brands? (And How It Works)

You generally can own franchises from different brands, but be sure to read your FDD and franchise agreement to make sure

The Importance of Regular Franchise Performance Reviews

A proper franchise review should happen frequently, and should go over performance in sales, profits and brand standard adherence

What Happens If a Franchisor Goes Out of Business?

The short of it is, you’ll likely need to rebrand at your own cost

How to Sell Your First Franchise: A Guide for New Franchisors

Before selling your first units, you need an outlined system and operations manual, and a drafted FDD for all potential franchisees

How to Convert an Existing Business Into a Franchise Location

To truly be able to franchise your business, step one is making sure your business is fully operational without you

Can You Lose Money Buying a Franchise? Here’s What to Watch For

While franchising is a safer path to business ownership, it is not without it’s risks, and you can still lose money

Understanding Franchise Non-Compete Agreements: What You Need to Know

While non-compete clauses are designed to protect the brand, but can limit franchisees’ future options

How to Attract High-Quality Franchisees for Your Franchise Business

Set clear expectations for your potential franchisees and clearly detail your target customer in your recruiting and marketing efforts