Illinois Feature Articles

Illinois Feature Articles

Looking for a franchise opportunity in Illinois? Whether you're a first-time business owner or a seasoned entrepreneur, Illinois offers exciting potential for franchise success. With thriving markets in key cities like Chicago, Aurora, Rockford, Joliet, Naperville, Springfield, Peoria, Elgin, there's a perfect environment to launch and grow a franchise. From food and beverage to retail and services, the diverse economic landscape in Illinois is ripe for franchise opportunities. Explore the best franchise options today and take the next step toward business ownership in Illinois.

Informative articles to support business buyers, franchisees, and franchisors in Illinois.

Legal experts analyze where things currently stand in the ongoing tariff situation and its impact on franchisors and franchisees
  • Joyce Mazero, Josh Goldberg, and Alissa Chase
  • 947 Reads 2 Shares
Service brand deals continue to grow through the beginning of June
  • Kevin Behan
  • 1,100 Reads 5 Shares
Tariffs, attracting new customers, and inflation top the list of concerns
  • M. Scott Morris
  • 1,178 Reads 7 Shares
IFA Franchisee of the Year grows portfolio to 12 Batteries Plus stores in three years
  • Kevin Behan
  • 2,157 Reads 33 Shares
Half of small business owners expect revenue losses because of tariffs
  • M. Scott Morris
  • 2,440 Reads 3 Shares
The group has announced plans to open 48 locations nationwide
  • M. Scott Morris
  • 1,390 Reads 2 Shares
Inflation, instability, and new tariffs are hitting entrepreneurs
  • M. Scott Morris
  • 1,216 Reads 2 Shares
According to the study, 44% expect to lose sales because of tariffs
  • M. Scott Morris
  • 1,797 Reads 5 Shares
Rosalie Guillem co-founded Le Macaron, bringing authentic French macarons to the U.S. With 65+ locations, she's redefining French pastry franchising!
  • Franchise Update Media
  • 1,665 Reads 6 Shares
Succession planning requires practical steps to sustain and grow what you've built
  • Helen Bond
  • 2,549 Reads 48 Shares
A new report reveals that 41% of those surveyed expect revenue losses
  • M. Scott Morris
  • 1,737 Reads 11 Shares
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A Dunkin' franchisee, Patel has a proven track record of scaling franchise operations
  • M. Scott Morris
  • 1,949 Reads 4 Shares
Most study participants (40%) don't expect tariffs to affect their businesses
  • M. Scott Morris
  • 1,630 Reads 4 Shares
Montana and Nevada residents rank second and third on the list
  • M. Scott Morris
  • 2,743 Reads 4 Shares
Businesses need to embrace new methods to attract and retain employees
  • Colleen McMillar
  • 2,935 Reads 26 Shares
The industry is evolving toward a structure favoring scale and consolidation
  • Ambika Oberoi
  • 3,946 Reads 15 Shares
More than half of small business owners reported feeling optimistic about the economy
  • M. Scott Morris
  • 1,955 Reads 6 Shares
Mike James and Guernsey Holdings own and operate more than 140 franchise locations in 11 states
  • Kevin Behan
  • 3,927 Reads 147 Shares
Service brand deals keep growing as fall continues
  • Kevin Behan
  • 2,262 Reads 2 Shares
Our October roundup of international franchise news travels to Canada, China, Dubai, England, Mexico, Puerto Rico, and the U.S.
  • Kevin Behan
  • 2,647 Reads 4 Shares
Operators are willing to take certain risks to enjoy the benefits of emerging brands
  • M. Scott Morris
  • 2,831 Reads 6 Shares
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Fast casual chain to begin implementing kiosks at restaurants for greater efficiency and service
  • Kevin Behan
  • 3,284 Reads 1 Shares
A majority surveyed said they earned half or less than their 2023 July revenue
  • M. Scott Morris
  • 3,234 Reads 11 Shares
Alignable reports that difficulties include rent delinquency, revenue loss, interest rates, and labor costs
  • M. Scott Morris
  • 3,404 Reads 5 Shares
Service brands' appeal to both existing and new franchisees continues to grow across the U.S. in all sectors. Selling points include a lower cost of entry, fewer employees, no retail storefront, no perishables, a simpler business model, and the ability to work from home.
  • Kevin Behan
  • 3,120 Reads 1 Shares
Service brand deals keep growing at the start of summer
  • Kevin Behan
  • 2,799 Reads 3 Shares
The rent delinquency rate hit a three-year high during the May reporting period
  • M. Scott Morris
  • 4,350 Reads 7 Shares
The agreement will bring Captain D's restaurants to St. Louis, Indianapolis, and North Carolina
  • M. Scott Morris
  • 2,995 Reads
The February delinquency rate hit 40%, according to new report
  • Chuck Casto
  • 3,173 Reads 7 Shares
Hand & Stone introduces enhanced employee training to attract and retain massage practitioners
  • Eddy Goldberg
  • 3,364 Reads 4 Shares

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