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Your Home Services Franchise Product Announcement News SourceFranchise News Watch brings you the latest in home services franchising product announcement 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 Product Announcement News
ERA Real Estate Reveals Strategies for Recruiting Generation YERA Real Estate, a leading global real estate franchisor, today announced the publication of an industry report "Generation Y: Rethinking Recruiting."
Nationally Renowned Alzheimer’s Expert Gives Free, Riveting WorkshopsHalf of all Americans know someone who has Alzheimer’s disease - a disease that has now replaced cancer as the most feared disease among seniors. Senior Helpers Takes Caregiving to the Next Level With New Alzheimer's and Dementia ProgramAlzheimer's disease is among the top ten leading causes of death in the United States, affecting more than five million people across the nation. And for each person with Alzheimer's disease and related dementias, there can be as many as four individuals. Home Instead Senior Care Network’s Groundbreaking Training Program Focuses on Coping with Difficult BehaviorsA new program is bringing hope to family caregivers who are struggling to help senior loved ones with the challenging behaviors of Alzheimer’s disease remain home longer. Home Instead Senior Care Debuts Free Online Alzheimer's Training Program for Family CaregiversHome Instead Senior Care today announces the launch of a groundbreaking online Alzheimer's training program, Alzheimer's CARE. Handyman Matters of St. Louis Awarded Certified Environmental Access ConsultantChuck Healy, owner of Handyman Matters – St. Louis, recently passed the rigorous testing and certification standards needed to be designated as a Certified Environmental Access Consultant.
CRDN Reveals New Logo, Unveils New App And WebsiteCRDN, an international franchise organization of textile restoration experts serving the insurance industry, has introduced a new corporate brand image, along with publicly launching its redesigned website and new mobile phone app.
Home Care Assistance Launches HomeCareNurses.orgHome Care Assistance, the leading provider of in-home care for seniors, is proud to announce the launch of homecarenurses.org. Home Care Assistance Launches Homecare-Agency.comHome Care Assistance, the leading provider of in-home care for seniors, is proud to announce the launch of Homecare-Agency.com. Interim HealthCare's Hospice Services Provides Medical and Emotional Support to Patients and their FamiliesInterim HealthCare, the nation's first home care, hospice and healthcare staffing franchise, is quickly becoming a leader in providing comfort and guidance to patients and families during this difficult time. A Great Mother’s Day Gift Idea this Year? A Handy Dad and KidsMr. Handyman, the largest employer of handymen nationwide, has released a list of the top home repairs that Mom would consider a real treat. Paint Color Trends For 2009 Include a Cheerful Mix of Brights, Greens and Black According to HesterEven if the economy is dull and gloomy, designers and homeowners are creating rooms and home environments that are anything but as the trend for paint colors going into 2009 is bright and optimistic. Benjamin Moore's color experts even chose a zesty... Wheelchair Ramp Franchise Increases Accessibility for the Mobility-ChallengedUsing a patented, low-cost modular metal ramp system, Amramp has developed affordable products and services to make living at home possible for the mobility-challenged. ERA Real Estate Launches YouTube Channel to Extend Online Reach of Agents and ListingsERA Real Estate, a global real estate franchisor, today announced the launch of its branded YouTube channel www.youtube.com/ERA. SERVPRO® Ready Plan Mobile Application Keeps Critical Disaster Recovery and Restoration Information at Property Owners' FingertipsFor a property owner, a worst-case disaster scenario involving fire or water damage can seem unthinkable and then suddenly become a reality. Sir Grout Adds "wood Armor" Sandless Hardwood Floor Renewal Process To List Of ServicesSir Grout, an award-winning expert in tile and grout care and restoration, is now aiming its lance at another enemy "dingy looking hardwood floors. This month, the company is rolling out "Wood Armor," a unique and cost effective wood floor renewal process Green Saving Solutions for Your HomeThe green movement is here. At a time when homeowners everywhere are trying to find ways to conserve energy and save money, the average Canadian home consumes 29-30,000 kWh or 106 gigajoules per year, according to Statistics Canada. Home Care Assistance of Greenville South Carolina Receives Home Care Pulse CertificationHome Care Assistance of Greenville, South Carolina the premier provider of in-home care for seniors, is proud to announce its Home Care Pulse Certification. ERA Real Estate Introduces Broker-Centric Web Platform At Annual ConventionERA Real Estate, a leading global real estate franchisor, today previewed the new ERA.com platform for its brokers and agents at the ERA®2012 International Business Conference in New Orleans, LA. Home Instead Senior Care Network Offers Tips for Anyone Thinking About Tapping into Resources of an Existing BusinessEntrepreneurs looking to start a business have the potential to realize their dreams more quickly by making the most of the existing resources of an established franchise business. Fireman's Contractors, Inc. Launches Proprietary Construction Management Software - Firebase™Fireman Contractors, Inc. announced today it has launched beta testing on its proprietary construction management software, Firebase™, as part of Fireman's franchise development program.
Sears Transforms the Online Shopping Experience With Help From IBM and My Virtual ModelSears (NASDAQ: SHLD), IBM (NYSE: IBM) and My Virtual Model, Inc. today unveiled a first-of-its-kind 3D visual search and e-commerce capability for Sears.com that will significantly improve and enhance a consumer's online shopping experience. Sears is... On 11-11-11, Granite Transformations Launches Breakthrough iPad ApplicationGranite Transformations, a remodeling services company with facilities and showrooms across the world, places its vast product collection and design expertise in the palms of remodeling aficionados everywhere with the launch of its first iPad application. User-Friendly Technology Ensures Safety of Independent SeniorsAs nearly 90 percent of 40 million senior citizens wish to remain independent in their home, Direct Link, a national provider of home healthcare technology and an affiliate of Home Helpers is excited to announce the expansion of its product lines... Diabetes Videos for Seniors and Caregivers: The Home Instead Senior Care Network Takes a Broad Look at Diabetes in a Six-Part Video SeriesHome Instead Senior Care® network has created a six-part video series, “Diabetes in Older Adults,” which presents a broad view of the incurable disease from prevention to management. TWO MEN AND A TRUCK® - Canada First to Carry Defibrillators on TrucksAll TWO MEN AND A TRUCK® - CANADA moving trucks are now equipped with a MIKEY defibrillator as part of the 'MIKEY-ON-BOARD' program, an initiative of The Mikey Network. Home Care Assistance Launches Senior-Care.comHome Care Assistance, the leading provider of in-home care for seniors, is proud to announce the launch of Senior-Care.com. Helping Alzheimer’s Families Preserve Memories for Their Loved OnesThe three finalists in the Home Instead Senior Care® network’s “I Will Remember For You Family Reunion Giveaway” Contest have shared their stories about how Alzheimer’s has impacted their lives. Hero Salute: The Dwyer Group® Launches Public Protectors Franchise Advantage ProgramIt was at the end of the first Gulf War when franchising visionary and The Dwyer Group founder, Don Dwyer, had an inspirational idea: empower military veterans to get into business for themselves yet not by themselves. Cleaning and Restoration Company COIT Launches LintAlert™ Dryer Safety ProgramCOIT, a leading supplier of specialty cleaning and disaster restoration services headquartered in San Francisco, has launched a new program to help homeowners prevent potentially dangerous fires caused by dirty, unmonitored dryer vents. Maid Brigade Offers New Maid Simple House Cleaning™ Franchise Modelndividuals looking for a low-cost and flexible franchise business opportunity can become a business owner in a few weeks with the new Maid Simple House Cleaning™ franchise model from Maid Brigade. Realogy Announces Publication Of Its Annual Diversity & Community Outreach ReportRealogy Corporation, a leading provider of real estate and relocation services, today released its 2011 Diversity & Community Outreach Report. Senior Care Company Launches Revolutionary Hospital to Home Care ProgramHome Care Assistance, the leading provider of in-home care for seniors, is proud to announce the Hospital to Home Care program, a comprehensive set of educational resources for families managing the difficult transition home after hospitalization. Home Helpers Expands Its In-Home Client Services to Include Assistance with Medical MonitoringAfter 15 years of providing quality in-home personal care for its clients, Home Helpers has expanded its services to include basic medical assistance. Sears.com Expands Its Online Shopping Experience With Massive New Assortment of Automotive Parts and AccessoriesBuilding on a long history of serving customers' automotive needs, Sears is now enabling online shoppers to purchase from a full assortment of automotive-related products in addition to Tires, Wheels and Batteries on Sears.com. Sears will add more than... Realogy Launches Redesign Of Its Proprietary 'LeadRouter' Lead Management System For The Next Generation Of Real Estate ProfessionalsRealogy Corporation, a leading provider of real estate and relocation services, today announced the launch of a new suite of technical enhancements that have improved and streamlined its proprietary LeadRouterSM online lead management system. Home Care Assistance Launches CenterSenior.comHome Care Assistance, the leading provider of in-home care for aging adults, is proud to announce the launch of CenterSenior.com. Vehicle Tracking Solutions Launches New Website, www.vtsn.comVehicle Tracking Solutions (VTS), a Long Island based fleet management provider, recently launched their new website, www.vtsn.com. Spring-Green Lawn Care Offers Deal for RenewalsAs many lawn and tree care companies look to close the doors for the winter, neighborhood based Spring-Green Lawn Care franchise owners are looking to reward customer loyalty by incentivizing renewal plans for the 2012 season.
Home Care Assistance Launches AmericanHomeCare.orgHome Care Assistance, the leading provider of in-home care for seniors, is proud to announce the launch of AmericanHomeCare.org. Weed Man Offers Franchisee FinancingCanada's number one lawn care franchise, Weed Man, is making it easier for potential candidates to own a franchise with a new financing program. New Resista Refresh Carpet from ProSource Revolutionizes Carpet TechnologyProSource Wholesale Floorcoverings, a leader in wholesale flooring and carpet, announces the latest in home and carpet flooring technology. Senior Care Company Launches Hospital to Home Care Program in Central OhioHome Care Assistance of Central Ohio, the leading provider of in-home care for seniors, is proud to announce the Hospital to Home Care program, a comprehensive set of educational resources for families managing the difficult transition home after... AG Wall Systems Offered by Superior WallsSuperior Walls, a leading manufacturer of energy efficient precast foundation systems, now offers precast concrete wall panels specifically designed for use in above grade applications. |
Features & Special ReportsAnatomy of a Turnaround: Bennigan's Reclaims The Integrity of An IconEveryone loves a good comeback story, and I am honored and humbled to be at the helm of a classic turnaround tale. Growth Machine: Anil Yadav Shows No Signs Of Slowing DownAnil Yadav has graced the pages (and one cover) of Multi-Unit Franchisee magazine twice before. 5 Key Mobile Marketing Strategies for FranchisesFor franchise marketers, mobile marketing is now paramount to a successful online strategy. MarketingSherpa: Marketing Wisdom for 2012In case you missed it (and when it comes to marketing and social media there's plenty to keep up on), MarketingSherpa published its Wisdom Report, "Marketing Wisdom for 2012" earlier this year. Time For Benchmarking: All That's Needed Is The WillI am convinced that someday the franchising community will finally get around to unleashing its biggest competitive strength: unit predictability. Improving the Speed and Effectiveness of Your Responses to ProspectsWe asked two franchise marketing pros what they're doing to provide more timely - and relevant - responses to prospect inquiries. Social Media Roundup - May 2012Here are four reasons local business marketers should continue to use the Yellow Pages. Health-Scare Reform: "There's Still More That We Don't Know Than We Do."Since national health care reform was signed into law in March 2010, it has generated strong reaction from multi-unit franchisees and small-business owners across the nation. The Customer Within: Provide Coworkers With The Best Service PossibleWhen we talk about customer service, we usually think about how we deal with the people who walk through our doors--both physical and virtual--to purchase our products and services. Do It Now: 3 Easy Ways To Stop Procrastinating TodayProcrastination is like a virus. It creeps up on you slowly, drains you of energy, and is difficult to get rid of if your resistance is low. 
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