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Your Business Services Franchise General Announcement News SourceFranchise News Watch brings you the latest in business services franchising general announcement news from around the web. As a news aggregator for the business services franchise industry, Franchise News Watch streams the latest ground breaking franchise articles, features, guides, blogs, news and more directly to your desktop.  Business Services Franchise General Announcement NewsJackson Hewitt(R) Launches MyTaxManager, One-Stop Online Resource for Managing Vital Tax InformationAs Americans look for free and convenient ways to store and streamline tax information online, Jackson Hewitt Tax Service® is rolling out a robust new consumer resource right in time for the upcoming tax season. Unique to the tax industry, MyTaxManage Eco-Friendly Refrigerant Ready to Replace FreonHelp save the environment while keeping cool. Running your home's AC unit this summer will not only keep you comfortable, but it can also help save the environment if it contains the latest friendly refrigerant. Financial Crisis or Media Scam?The headlines screamed doom and gloom as the economy was headed for its worst performance since the 1930's. Operation Finally Home: Building Free Homes for Injured American Veterans Sign Biz(R) Network Accepts the CallAlexander Reyes' boyhood dream of a military career ended when he was hit by an improvised explosive device during a patrol two years ago in Baghdad. "Laying in that hospital bed ... sometimes I felt I'd rather [have] died," Reyes said. "My life came to a Texas Car Window Tint Law Effective Sept. 1According to a new Texas law that goes into effect today, auto glass installers must apply a vehicle safety compliance label to windows and windshields they tint or they could face a misdemeanor charge and up to a $1,000 fine. Jackson Hewitt's New Online Discount Shopping Network Offers Deals With Leading Retailers and Chance to Win $10,000With Americans in the midst of the holiday season with a few short weeks to go, they now have a new discount shopping option from an unexpected source. Jackson Hewitt Tax Service® has introduced an online Discount Shopping Network with year round acce
RAPID REFILL INK SETS HIGH BENCHMARK IN NEW INDUSTRYExacting Standards, Low Prices, Attention to Environment Set Company Apart in Remanufactured Cartridge Industry Jackson Hewitt(R) Reminds Taxpayers 'If You Haven't Received Your W-2 Yet ... You Will Soon!'Millions of Form W-2 wage statements will be arriving in mailboxes between now and early February, a sign to consumers that now is the time to start thinking about taxes. Employers must mail Form W-2s no later than January 31, making this the ideal... Jackson Hewitt(R) Four Corner Office Asks: Want a Tax Refund Fast?The Four Corners office of Jackson Hewitt Tax Service(R), encourages tax payers to file early this tax season, especially if they are expecting an income tax refund. On January 15, 2010 the IRS had its season launch of IRS e-file, allowing tax... BookKeeping Express Levels the Playing Field for U.S. Business OwnersIt's the cry heard around the country every day: "There just isn't enough time to get everything done!"
Federal Tax Credit Increased for Replacement Glass Windows and DoorsThe federal income tax credit for energy-efficient replacement glass windows and doors is now 30 percent of product cost up to $1,500 per household, an increase from $500 two years ago. The new energy-efficiency tax credit on replacement windows is... Famed 'Tax Lady' Roni Deutch Warns Americans to Not Accept Calls, Emails From IRSAs the April 15, 2008 tax deadline quickly approaches, Roni Deutch, owner of the largest Tax Resolution Law Firm(R) in the United States and founder the Roni Deutch Tax Center(R), warns America to beware during tax season as scam artists prey on... From backyard water parks to Unishippers franchise owner, it's all in a day's work for Kevin Biagi.From backyard water parks to Unishippers franchise owner, it's all in a day's work for Kevin Biagi. Cartridge World Announces Record-Breaking System-Wide Sales Increases for 2008As most retailers were feeling the strain of the recession in 2008, Cartridge World, the world's fastest growing ink and toner refilling retailer, experienced record-setting growth. Dawn of New Day for Small Businesses with BookKeeping Express Service CenterBookKeeping Express Service Center signals a new era in small-business accounting.
Franchise Consulting - A Recession-Proof Business That Thrives in Any EconomyDespite the fact that the country continues to be mired in an economic downturn, Franchise Alliance founder and president, Dan Prechtel, finds himself in the enviable position of operating a business that continues to thrive. Cartridge World Hits 1,000th Store Mark with Newest Location in Atlanta, GACartridge World, the world’s fastest growing ink refilling retailer in the $55 billion printer cartridge industry, announces the grand opening of its 1,000th world-wide retail location.
Bear Stearns Continues Expansion in Asia with Five Key Hires in Global Equity SalesBear Stearns Asia Limited today announced five new hires in its Global Equities Division (GED) sales team -- three in equity sales and two in institutional equity derivatives sales. These appointments are part of an ongoing growth strategy at Bear ... Roni Deutch Tax Center Moves Her Tax Preparation Franchise Company to The Natomas Area of Sacramento, CaliforniaThe Tax Lady Roni Deutch and her tax preparation franchise company recently moved its corporate headquarters to 3840 Rosin Court, Suite 200 Sacramento, CA 95834. The Accelerator by Money Mailer: Case StudyMoney Mailer recently announced its new 12-month franchise business development program. The "Accelerator" program assists new franchisees through their entire first year of operation, providing a variety of services and support. Good Employees Gone Bad: Curb Theft and Fraud During Down Economy with Smart BookkeepingKeeping with the unfortunate truth that in desperate times even trustworthy employees will go to desperate measures, today's economic situation is giving way to employee theft and fraud. The most steadfast employees who would never think of committing... Gas Prices Up, Consumers' Pockets Running On EmptyCartridge World Offers a Way for Consumers to Save Money Roni Deutch Tax Center Franchise Offers Financial Incentives to Help Military Veterans Enter FranchisingRoni Deutch Tax Center, the nation's leading tax preparation franchise, built from the success of its founder Roni Deutch in saving American's millions of dollars in back tax liabilities, announced today it will participate in a national program...
Roni Deutch Tax Center Transforms Franchise into Year-Round Tax Preparation and Business Services CentersRoni Deutch initially launched her franchise concept in April 2007 by promoting a concept that ushered in a wave of competent, professional tax return preparation, something she felt was strongly missing from the tax preparation industry. She soon found t Corporate Call Center Gets High Marks from FranchiseesAs one of the fastest growing computer staffing companies, offering on-site, same day, affordable computer service and repair, it should come as no surprise that Fast-teks is a top franchise opportunity.
Fast-teks Franchising Turning Dreams of Business Ownership into RealitiesEver dreamed of owning your own business? Who hasn’t?! But the costs involved in getting started can often keep those dreams from becoming a reality. That’s why for many people, the answer may lie in franchising. ActionCOACH, the world's number one business coaching firm headquartered in Las Vegas, is looking to expand into Summerlin in 2011.ActionCOACH, the world's number one business coaching company, is looking to open a firm in Las Vegas within Summerlin. AlphaGraphics Franchise CEO Inducted into NAPL's Walter E. Soderstrom Honor SocietyAlphaGraphics, Inc., the nation's leading print and marketing franchise with nearly 300 locations, announced today that CEO Kevin K. Cushing was inducted into the National Association for Printing Leadership's (NAPL) Walter E. Soderstrom Honor Society on Jackson Hewitt To Operate in Over 2,000 Walmart Stores in 2011 Tax SeasonJackson Hewitt Tax Service Inc. ("Jackson Hewitt") (NYSE: JTX) announced today that it will be operating in over 2,000 Walmart stores nationwide in the 2011 tax season. In the 2010 tax season, the first year of its exclusive national arrangement with Wal Bear Stearns Further Expands Its Global Equities Division in Tokyo and Hong KongBear, Stearns & Co. Inc. today announced that it has made 10 new hires over the last few months in the Global Equities Division across Hong Kong and Tokyo. ANY LAB TEST NOW(R) Franchise Partners with s5health to Fight DiabetesANY LAB TEST NOW®, the first direct-access lab testing [franchise company] with over 117 locations nationwide, announced today its partnership with s5health, an online management tool designed specifically for diabetics to help manage this chronic con
FINRA Panel Awards Firm Client Intevac Full Return on ARS Purchase From CitigroupCitigroup Incorporated must buy back at par student loan auction rate securities purchased by Faegre & Benson LLP client Intevac Inc. Glass Services Business Now Under New OwnershipThe Glass Doctor(R) of Nashville franchise, now owned by Mike and Cathy Stout, is ready to "fix your panes.®" Part of the nation's largest full-service glass repair and replacement company, Glass Doctor of Nashville offers residential, automotive...
Bill Rancic Teams up with California Closets to Design Customized His and Hers Closets for Giuliana & BillCalifornia Closets®, the leader in custom home storage solutions and an authority in design, has been chosen to take part in the current season of The Style Network's Giuliana & Bill, which premiered on Monday, October 11 at 8 p.m. ET/PT, and will Evansville, Indiana Express Personnel Services Office Under New OwnershipExpress Personnel Services announces Todd Grossman as the new owner of the Evansville, Ind., Express Personnel office. The Evansville office has been in business since November 2005. Cybertary Franchise Mom-Inspired, Kid-ApprovedPatricia Beckman empathizes with working moms and others who want to kick corporate life to the curb. Job Market Creating Perfect Forecast for Staffing IndustryIn the world of entrepreneurship, it can be hard to figure out what's a good business model and what's not. One business that is cutting through the uncertainty of buying a franchise and also benefiting from competition to find great employees is staffing |
Features & Special Reports"The Proven Match" for Finding Qualified Franchisees Debuts on Franchising.com Ad PortalProven Match has teamed up with Franchise Update Media Group (FUMG) to give results-driven franchisors a cost-saving profiling service that delivers pre-qualified candidates. Restaurateur Extraordinaire: Sam Covelli Does It With More Than 200 LocationsSam Covelli says he grew up in the restaurant business working in his father's McDonald's. Running For Charity: Colortyme Franchisee Raises Money And Awareness For Children's HospitalThis April will mark the third year in a row that Al Coelho has run the 26-mile Boston Marathon. That's a significant achievement. But it's only a part of what Coelho will do that day. Turning Up The Heat: Learning How To Handle Irate Customers And Look Like A HeroIrate customers. No matter how good you are at what you do, what business you are in, or where it is located, you will at some point find yourself facing an irate customer. Sustaining Business: Zane Tankel On Growing During Tough TimesAs the economy continues to struggle through a slow recovery, business people everywhere are looking for any tools or techniques that will help them keep their businesses alive and thriving. Creating a Cost-Effective Lead Generation StrategyFor many franchisors, the traditional advertising vehicles - portals, print advertising, PR, and broker networks - do not appear to be working as effectively as they were five years ago. New Highlights from the 2012 AFDRIn the previous two issues of FUSR, we published (1) a high-level overview of the 2012 Annual Franchise Development Report (AFDR), followed by (2) a selection of highlights from the report. Finding Your Optimal Buyer: Sellers Must Learn To Look Beyond PriceWhen sellers are contemplating a decision regarding the sale of their business, they overwhelmingly select the bidder with the highest price, only to find afterward that this might not have been the best decision for their circumstances. The Four Steps to Lead Generation Success, Part 4: Wow 'Em!This fourth installment builds on those ideas, showing how you can "wow" your candidates and the importance of how you present your concept to them. The Winner's Column - February 2012As savvy franchise companies continue to flourish in a volatile economy, FUSR continues to bring you good news each month, highlighting brands that are adding units, increasing comp store sales, striking deals with investors, innovating, and continuing to grow, whether domestically or overseas. 
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