September 09, 2010
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Your Home Services Franchise News SourceFranchise News Watch brings you the latest in home services franchising news from around the web. As a news aggregator for the home services franchise industry, Franchise News Watch streams the latest ground breaking franchise articles, features, guides, blogs, news and more directly to your desktop.  Home Services Franchise NewsWeichert, Realtors Franchise 10th Annual Golf Outing Raises $50,000 for American Cancer SocietyWeichert, Realtors announced that it raised $50,000 for the American Cancer Society during its 10th annual charity golf event. The funds collected will be used to support breast cancer research. Weichert has raised nearly $450,000 for the American Cancer HomeTask Franchise Welcomes Pet Butler to Its Home Service FamilyHomeTask Brands of Service is very excited to announce the addition of its second home service brand, Pet Butler. As the nation's leading pet waste cleanup and removal service, Pet Butler has been taking away the worst part of pet ownership for over 22 ye
From Corporate World to Home RemodelingIn September, Richard Marks celebrates the two-year anniversary of owning the Columbus, Georgia area Kitchen Tune-Up franchise. Before owning a territory in Entrepreneur magazine's #1 rated national home remodeling franchise, Marks had a much different ca
Richard Swan, Head of Technical at Dyno-Rod, looks at the latest technical developments in trenchless technology and how they can provide a solution to many different problems in drains and sewers.Trenchless technology is a well established method and is now widely used for both complete drain replacement and localised repairs following breaks in underground pipes or deformed sewers caused by a variety of problems, such as subsidence, damage due to BrightStar Franchise Announces International Expansion Into CanadaAfter nearly six years of exponential franchise growth in the United States, BrightStar, a full-service healthcare staffing agency that provides both medical and non-medical homecare, announces its expansion into Canada with the awarding of a Master Franc Life After Stroke: Emotional HealingLife after a stroke is inevitably full of challenges and adjustments. These challenges range from healing physically and re-learning the motions of everyday life to coping with such a life-altering event. While in the recovery period, it's important to ke Pro Energy Consultants Franchise Invests in Resources to Manage GrowthPro Energy Consultants, the leading national building performance franchise, continues to experience healthy growth despite the weak U.S. economy. As such, the company continues to invest in its infrastructure by adding additional resources to manage this BrightStar Franchise Announces International Expansion Into CanadaAfter nearly six years of exponential franchise growth in the United States, BrightStar, a full-service healthcare staffing agency that provides both medical and non-medical homecare, announces its expansion into Canada with the award of a Master Franchis Pro Energy Consultants Franchise Invests in Resources to Manage GrowthPro Energy Consultants, the leading national building performance franchise, continues to experience healthy growth despite the weak U.S. economy. As such, the company continues to invest in its infrastructure by adding additional resources to manage this National Service Franchise Posts Record Growth Despite Recession and Stagnant EconomyThrough the brutal economic climate of the past three years, most businesses have found it tough to grow and prosper - but Fibrenew, the world-wide leader in leather and plastic restoration, has grown by leaps and bounds. Fibrenew sold 300 percent more fr BrightStar Franchise Becomes First Approved Franchise System to Receive Credit Facility from New SBA Guaranteed Lending ProgramBrightStar(R), the first franchising company in the United States to specialize in both medical and non-medical care and healthcare staffing, announced today that it has become the first franchisor to receive a credit facility from a new SBA guaranteed le Sotheby's International Realty Brand Expands Network Presence into SwedenSotheby's International Realty Affiliates LLC today announced that leading Swedish real estate firm Skeppsholmen Fastighetsmakleri in Stockholm has joined its luxury real estate network. SERVPRO Offers Emergency Preparedness TipsThroughout September, in recognition of the seventh annual National Preparedness Month (NPM), activities and events will take place across the country to highlight the importance of emergency preparedness and to promote individual involvement in preparati
Local Do-It-Yourselfers Create Dream Kitchen with Help from Kitchen Tune-Up FranchiseRhonda and David Miller's kitchen had been through a lot. It had survived seventeen years of wear and tear from children and family gatherings. The kitchen had worked well for the Millers, but after many years of the same cookie-cutter cabinets, the Mille Study Confirms Working Family Caregivers Share Growing Need for Senior-Care SupportJudy Bergado of Roselle Park, N.J., is one example of the situations described in a recent "Caregiving in the U.S." survey. She's the primary family caregiver for her 88-year-old father. She also is a thousand miles away from her widowed and ailing dad, w New Franchise Opportunity RSU Contractors Aims to Remodel the Remodeling IndustryFor Mark Williams, the decision to launch RSU Contractors as the nation's premier home remodeling franchise is more than just a business move, it's a giant step toward refurbishing an entire industry – and there couldn't be a better time. Battle of the Ages -- Caring for Aging ParentsThe Home Instead Senior Care office serving the greater Phoenix area has launched a new program designed to help area families cope with the responsibilities of caring for aging loved ones. Delta Disaster Services Franchise Recieves Recognition For Its Growth And Outstanding ServicesWhen Michael Mastous began his start-up business in 2006, he always envisioned it as a national brand. Now, everything seems to be falling into place for the president and founder of Delta Disaster Services, the Arvada, Colo.-based full-service mitigation Realogy CEO Takes Part in U.S. Government Conference on the Future of Housing FinanceRealogy Corporation, a global provider of real estate and relocation services, announced that its chief executive officer Richard A. Smith traveled to Washington, D.C., today to participate in the Conference on the Future of Housing Finance. The invitatio CENTURY 21 Real Estate LLC Announces Affiliation with the Distressed Property InstituteCentury 21 Real Estate LLC, the franchisor of the world's largest residential real estate sales organization, today announced an agreement with the Distressed Property Institute, LLC to bring the industry-leading Certified Distressed Property Expert® Sotheby's International Realty Announces a New Affiliate in ChicagoSotheby's International Realty Affiliates LLC today announced that Southport Sotheby's International Realty in Chicago is the newest member of its luxury real estate network.
Kitchen Tune-Up Franchise Provides Tips to Recycle and Reuse Old Kitchen CabinetsCreating a dream kitchen or bath may result in the removal of existing cabinets or cabinet doors and purchasing brand new ones. National kitchen and bath remodeling franchise, Kitchen Tune-Up, provides solutions to reuse cabinets and cabinet doors and kee
Premiergarage Systems Franchise, Llc And Tailored Living, Llc (formerly Closet Tailors) Announce Exciting New AlliancePremierGarage Systems LLC, headquartered in Phoenix, Arizona, announced today that it has entered into a strategic alliance with Orange, California-based Tailored Living, LLC (formerly Closet Tailors LLC). The relationship will integrate the North... It's Never Too Early to Spread Holiday CheerTrying to make room in the garage for the Christmas decorations and the new lawn mower? Before you spend too much time and energy trying to make more room, you may want to consider your holiday plans.
Keller Williams Realty Franchise Named Highest Ranked in Home Buyer Satisfaction by J.D. Power and Associates for Third Straight YearAccording to the J.D. Power and Associates 2010 Home Buyer/Seller StudySM, Keller Williams Realty, Inc., the third largest real estate company in the United States, has received the highest overall satisfaction ratings from home buyers among the largest f National Kitchen and Bath Company Recognizes Wichita FranchiseEach month national kitchen and bath remodeling franchise, Kitchen Tune-Up, honors a franchisee with the "National Customer Service" Award. Locations across the country compete for the award, which recognizes the most outstanding customer service across t UK Transaction Signals Growth Opportunities For American Leak DetectionAmerican Leak Detection (ALD), a leader in the accurate, non-invasive detection of water and other leaks, is positioned to accelerate expansion efforts – and enhance its brand and technology – with the completion of a transaction between its p Columbus Commercial Lighting Designer, Brad Hobbs, Leads OCALSA Outdoor Lighting Continuing Education SessionNiteLites of Columbus General Manager, Brad Hobbs has been chosen to lead the OCASLA CEU Outdoor Lighting Education with Interactive Lighting Design Session event. This evening of learning will take place Thursday, October 14, 2010 from 6:30pm - 8:00pm at
Realogy Names Vik Bangia Senior Vice President of The Company's Global Client Solutions GroupRealogy Corporation, a global provider of real estate and relocation services, today announced that Vik Bangia has joined the Company as senior vice president of its Global Client Solutions group. In leading the Global Client Solutions (GCS) team, Bangia Wave Home Solutions offers basement remodelers ventilation solution!Wave Home Solutions, Inc introduced their Home Ventilation Unit for Basement Remodelers that expels contaminated air as well as moisture buildup to the outside creating a healthier environment in the lower level. Mr. Rooter Franchise Now the Official Installation Technicians for Life Alkaline Water IonizersLife Ionizers received another first in the Water Ionizer industry in securing the services of Mr. Rooter franchises as the official installation technicians for their Water Ionizer Product Line.
Shelfgenie Franchise Soars In Rankings On Annual Inc. 500 ListWhile Marietta, Ga.-based ShelfGenie may be in the business of designing, building and installing its exclusive Glide-Out™ shelving systems for clients across the country, it's also building one profitable reputation in the process. This year the co 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. Homebuyers, Sellers Get Top AgentsAs professional real estate agents across the country compete to get new homebuyers while marketing properties for anxious sellers, agents from one global franchise have been proven to be the most successful at getting the job done. According to... HomeTask Welcomes Pet Butler to Its Home Service FamilyHomeTask Brands of Service is very excited to announce the addition of its second home service brand, Pet Butler. Homewatch CareGivers Franchise Releases New "Guide to Living with Dementia" to Help Families Cope with the Numerous Issues Associated with DementiaAs part of its ongoing program to help caregivers and provide families with the information they need to make informed decisions, Homewatch CareGivers (www.HomewatchCareGivers.com) has released its latest resource, entitled "Guide to Living with Dementia. Coldwell Banker Real Estate Franchise Announces New Master Franchisor in France, Coldwell Banker also will Expand Brand into MonacoColdwell Banker Real Estate LLC today announced the signing of a master franchise agreement with Demeure S.A. to expand the Coldwell Banker® brand in France and into Monaco. With the addition of Monaco, the Coldwell Banker network now extends to 50 co Realogy Subsidiary, Cartus, Acquires Primacy RelocationRealogy Corporation, a leading global provider of real estate and relocation services, today announced that its relocation services subsidiary, Cartus Corporation, has acquired Primacy Relocation, a prominent relocation and global assignment management... BrightStar Receives 2010 Best of Gurnee AwardBrightStar, a full-service healthcare staffing agency that provides medical and non-medical homecare and supplemental healthcare staff to corporate clients, has been awarded the 2010 Best of Gurnee Award in the Home Health Care Services category by the... |
Features & Special ReportsFamily Friendly: A case study on family-run franchisingFamily-run franchise operations can offer a blessing, or a curse. An example of the blessing would be the close relationships and high degree of trust that exists in many families. In this case, success generally follows. But an example of the curse of family-run franchises could be the inability to separate business from family. That could be a serious problem after 5:00 and on weekends. Still, many families find the attraction of working together a strong pull and the results can be quite productive. Families like Ed Doherty's are a perfect example.< Mentor-Motivated: Two Key Individuals have Inspired Jerry HeathTwo people have figured prominently in Jerry Heath's career. The first is his father, who helped bankroll him when he started out in franchising. The second is Steve Jackson, the president of Hungry Howie's Pizza, who began mentoring Heath at an impressionable age (12). Stop the Bleeding: What Franchisors can do to Help Struggling FranchiseesTwo years of tight credit and reduced consumer spending not only have left many franchisees reeling, they've also put a serious crimp in their franchisors' royalty streams. We asked workout professionals and bankruptcy attorneys experienced in franchising what franchisors can do to help turn around their distressed franchisees--without spending precious funds or getting themselves into legal hot water. Franchising With Family Members Can Be Fraught With Danger Or Filled With SuccessIt can be difficult enough to get a franchise up and running on your own, or with other operational and investing partners, but it can be downright arduous if family members are involved in the deal. But that's the route some franchisees take and when done properly this management model can provide years of personal and professional harmony. But there are some secrets to making it work. Go in unprepared and you could break up a business and a family. The Winner's ColumnAs savvy franchise companies continue to flourish in this challenging economy, FUSR will continue to bring you good news each month, highlighting brands that are adding units, increasing comp store sales, striking deals with investors, and continuing to grow despite the economy - maybe even because of it. And, as the U.S. struggles through its "jobless recovery," growth-oriented franchisors continue to look overseas for expansion opportunities. Sales Intelligence for Superior Performance, Part 2Aggressive growth companies measure the performance of their sales personnel just as they do their advertising. With high recruitment expenses you can't afford mediocre selling performance, which costs dearly in lost franchise deals. A policyholder survey by Prudential Insurance revealed that the greatest influencing factor in the buying process is the sales person. Turning Around Struggling FranchiseesTwo years of tight credit and reduced consumer spending have left many franchisees reeling and put a serious crimp in franchisors' royalty streams. Workout professionals and bankruptcy attorneys experienced in franchising discuss what franchisors can do to help turn around distressed units - without spending scarce funds or getting themselves into legal hot water. New Gift Card Regulations Kicked in August 22ndLast year when President Obama signed the Credit Card Act of 2009 (the Act") into law, the nation's attention largely focused on those provisions of the law that aim to change the way credit card companies do business with consumers. However, since the Act imposes requirements on gift card issuers, it also changed the way many retailers and franchise companies will do business with consumers. Strong Cultures Sell More Franchises!Every franchise organization has a culture, the same way every person has a personality. If your franchise brand is serious about growth and development, ask yourself these two questions: 1) Does our franchise system have a strong, positive culture?; and 2) Is it a culture that promotes selling franchises? Special Operations: Franchising in a Strange LandOpening franchise units in nontraditional locations has been the domain of specialists--but not anymore. With the economy still slumping, lending still tight, and suburban expansion at a standstill, many multi-unit franchisees are exploring the viability of sites such as airports, hotels, colleges, senior centers, highway rest stops, hospitals, and military bases.
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