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If you’re a franchisor, franchisee, or investor, Main Street Summit is the event to be at this year. Learn more and grab your spot at the link below. Let’s build the future of franchising together. https://vist.ly/493j2

Franzy is hiring! We're thrilled to continue growing the team with the addition of a Franchise Advisor. Please reach out if you're interested in applying or know someone who would be a good fit for the role. https://vist.ly/48xrw

Franzy Brand Highlight: Foot Solutions Franchise Company When most people think of franchising, they picture food or fitness. Foot Solutions proves that health and wellness concepts can be just as lucrative. By the numbers: --Founded: 2000 --Franchising since: 2025 --U.S. Units: 47 --Average Gross Revenue: $492,662 per location --Investment Range: $164,800 – $272,300 --Franchise Fee: $45,000 --Royalty Fee: 5% What they do: Foot Solutions specializes in expertly-fit custom orthotics and complementary footwear—helping people relieve pain, improve mobility, and protect long-term health. Why it matters: Unlike big-box shoe stores, each franchise is locally owned and operated, blending clinical expertise with personalized service. The result: a proven wellness model that delivers nearly half a million in annual revenue per store while improving customers’ lives. Interested in finding out more? head to https://vist.ly/44ra2

Firehouse Subs Firehouse Subs will pay franchisees up to $100K per new store opened in 2026—part of a growing wave of incentives across brands like Potbelly Sandwich Works, Marco's Pizza (Marco's Franchising, LLC), Qdoba Restaurant Corporation , and The Wendy's Company . These sweeteners—royalty breaks, fee cuts, upfront cash—signal something bigger: growth is slowing and unit economics are getting tougher. Jersey Mike’s grew 12% last year; Firehouse managed just 3%. 👉 Incentives can make deals look attractive, but the real question is whether the underlying profitability holds up. We break down the tradeoffs in this week’s Franzy newsletter: newsletter.franzy.com

Xponential Fitness, once the darling of boutique franchising with brands like Club Pilates and CycleBar, is showing cracks. Federal probes, restated earnings, franchisee struggles, and three CEOs in three years have left the system under pressure. Reports show many operators losing money, studios closing, and resale values plunging. We break down what this means for franchisees and why it’s a cautionary tale of growth before fundamentals in our newsletter: check it out at newsletter.franzy.com

When people think “franchising,” they usually picture fast food. But some of the most lucrative, stable opportunities today live outside restaurants. Take ReCoat Revolution. Founded in 2023, this flooring franchise restores hardwood, tile, and vinyl floors with a proprietary dust-free process—no messy tear-outs, no huge overhead. The numbers speak for themselves: Investment range: $119,900 – $218,300 Avg. Gross Revenue: $824,425 Scalable, home-based model with strong margins It’s proof that nontraditional franchise concepts—especially in essential services—can deliver serious returns and long-term stability. See the full brand profile at https://vist.ly/43z8q

Subway is sending millions of dollars back to franchisees. New CEO Jonathan Fitzpatrick is making his first move: issuing a one-time rebate tied to a shift from Coke to Pepsi. Operators will see about $700–$900 per store, totaling $13.7M–$18.4M across 19,500 U.S. locations. It’s a nice boost, but here’s the bigger question: will quick optics plays be enough to fix years of closures, weak unit economics, and sliding market share—or is this just a short-term band-aid? We broke down the full story and what it signals for franchise owners in our newsletter: newsletter.franzy.com

A Trillion-Dollar Ownership Shift Is Coming Baby Boomers own nearly 40% of U.S. small businesses and franchises. That’s 12 million businesses employing tens of millions of people. Here’s the kicker: --10 million of those businesses are expected to change hands in the next decade --Fewer than one-third of owners have a succession plan That means millions of profitable, established businesses will soon hit the market—many without a clear exit strategy. For the next wave of entrepreneurs, this is the opportunity of a lifetime. We broke down the full numbers + why franchise resales might be the biggest winner: newsletter.franzy.com

From the Marines to Multi-Brand Franchise Ownership | How I Franchised This Podcast Calvin Smith’s path to franchising is anything but ordinary: * U.S. Marine * Healthcare executive * Startup operator * Multi-unit franchisee with CertaPro Painters, Sinorama, and Superior Fence & Rail If you’re serious about business ownership, this episode is loaded with hard-won lessons from someone who’s lived it. Listen Here: Spotify: https://lnkd.in/eQEENvCa Apple Podcasts: https://lnkd.in/eEsX7CF6 YouTube: https://lnkd.in/eTaQc6yR 

Founded in 1985 as a local moving service, TWO MEN AND A TRUCK® has grown into the largest franchised moving company in North America—and the numbers show why: --313 U.S. locations --$2.86M average gross revenue per unit --96% customer referral rate --Investment range: $165K–$538K Their success is built on exceptional customer service and a franchise model that moves more than just boxes—it moves communities forward. When you combine a proven service with a trusted brand, you get a business that keeps rolling no matter the economy. Want to find franchises like this that fit your budget, skills, and goals? Start your journey at Franzy.com/onboarding