Franchise Bits

Let’s Talk Franchising has an interesting look at the once dominant HoJo franchise.
From the article:
Remember the franchise chain? The iconic orange roof once welcomed a generation of travelers along the nation’s interstates. Founder Howard D. Johnson is credited with originating the concept of a franchised restaurant chain, where the food was predictably consistent, the staff [...]

The Wall Street Journal has a good look at what it really takes to own a franchise these days, by interviewing franchise owner James Sparks. Mr. Sparks is a Servpro franchisee, and he offers some really great advice to those of you ready to jump head long into the franchise business.
WSJ: What advice [...]