The Daily Edition of Franchise Business News

For the first time since Rusty Taco opened its doors, the brand is launching a double shell taco with its signature queso and fan-favorite, hand-battered fried chicken taking center stage.

]United® Real Estate, one of the nation’s fastest-growing private real estate companies, announced the expansion of franchise operations and the addition of Nancy Dancsecs, CRP, as Vice President of Franchise Development.

Wendy’s Restaurants of Canada announced the brand’s move into the growing ghost kitchen space through a partnership with REEF’s Neighborhood Kitchens in Toronto.

Realogy Holdings Corp. (NYSE: RLGY) has become the largest residential real estate partner with the new LGBTQ+ Real Estate Alliance at the highest “Champions” level.

Express Employment Professionals has once again landed in the top 10 of Staffing Industry Analysts’ (SIA) Largest U.S. Staffing, Industrial and Office/Clerical Firms lists for 2020.

Bar Louie is excited to launch its Cocktails for a Cause initiative benefitting No Kid Hungry, a national campaign to end childhood hunger in America.

Little Caesars company- and franchise-owned stores across the country are looking to fill thousands of jobs at various levels, including hourly crew members, assistant managers, managers and manager trainees.

House Doctors is pleased to announce that the company has been recognized by Franchise Business Review (FBR) as a “Top Franchise for Veterans”.

As consumers continue to spend more time inside and notice pain points about their homes, N-Hance Wood Refinishing is experiencing record-breaking demand, with most franchisees booked 6-8 weeks out.

From family gatherings to socially distanced celebrations, Dickey’s Barbecue Pit has everything you need to enjoy a stress-free Thanksgiving!

Jabz continues to build up its leadership team with talented fitness industry executives.

Farmer Boys®, the Southern California-based fast casual concept known for its award-winning burgers and exceptional service, has introduced an exciting duo of fried chicken sandwiches at all locations throughout California and Nevada.

To refresh its seventh annual Culinary & Cocktail Trend Forecast for 2021, Kimpton Hotels & Restaurants released a look back at how the pandemic has impacted food and beverage trends of 2020.

Dog Haus is set to start serving The Absolute Würst to everyone in Houston when it makes its debut at 8422 Hwy. 6 N. on Saturday, Nov. 21.

The nation’s premier assisted stretching franchise, StretchLab, announced today that it will open its first international studio in Toronto, Canada at the beginning of 2021.

The Home Care Heroes Awards, from Home Care Insight, this year celebrated the outstanding achievements of social care teams and individuals throughout the coronavirus pandemic.

JINYA Ramen Bar Founder and CEO Tomonori Takahashi announced today that the company has hired Tom Cardenas as its new director of hospitality and beverage.

Crêpes are destined for a comeback as Sweet Paris Crêperie & Café, the ultra-popular restaurant brand founded in Houston, is setting its sights on national expansion.

BODYBAR Pilates (BODYBAR) announced today the hiring of two new leadership team members, each with accomplished professional backgrounds.

Chicken Salad Chick announced that it has named Marianna Magee as Director of Marketing and Jon Musser as Director of Supply Chain.

Edible®, the world’s largest franchisor of fresh fruit arrangements and other treats, is further expanding and innovating by adding a music category to its portfolio with the launch of Edible Music™.

Tijuana Flats is back in franchising for the first time in 13 years and has awarded its first franchise territory to Bob Amin in Panama City, Florida.

Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate LLC announced today that Senter, REALTORS has affiliated with the brand.

Moran Family of Brands announced its newest franchise location with a Milex Complete Auto Care/Mr. Transmission store in Columbus, Ohio.

Office Pride Commercial Cleaning Services has been ranked among the nation’s best franchises for military veterans on two prestigious lists.

Recognized for its commitment to those who have served, HouseMaster - a Neighborly company and the original home inspection franchise - salutes veterans on this year’s Veterans Day.

What started as a last-minute college project of a student who spent more time surfing than studying is now looking to expand its one-of-a-kind franchise opportunity across the East Coast.

The Halal Guys, the fast-casual American halal restaurant famous for pioneering halal fare, is celebrating its 30th Anniversary since opening its first cart in Manhattan in 1990.

Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate LLC announced that Christian Barnes has been named President and CEO of Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Kansas City Homes.

Scenthound is pleased to be among the top 50 second-stage companies in Florida selected as a 2020 GrowFL Florida Companies to Watch honorees.

Weed Man, North America’s largest lawn care franchise welcomes its newest sub-franchisor to the 50-year running legacy company.

Big Boy Restaurants continue to announce give-back programs helping local communities. Big Boy is celebrating Veteran’s Day, with a very special program.

Koala Insulation today awarded its 100th territory. The milestone comes after closing an agreement for a new location in Atlanta, GA.

Handyman Connection, a home repair franchise company with over 25 years of experience, announced its placement on Entrepreneur's 2020 Top Franchises for Veterans list for the second time in the company's history.

Anago Cleaning Systems is warning businesses across the nation to beware of false COVID-19 disinfecting and sanitizing claims by non-certified commercial cleaning companies.

The Joint Corp. (NASDAQ: JYNT), the nation’s largest provider of chiropractic care through The Joint Chiropractic® network, honors Veterans today and every day with its year-round Military Appreciation Program.

Wayback Burgers, America’s favorite hometown burger joint, and one of the nation’s fastest-growing burger franchises, recently opened a new location in Lock Haven, Pennsylvania.

Curry Up Now signed a deal with a franchise group in the Dallas, Fort Worth, and Austin areas to bring six new Curry Up Now restaurants and Mortar & Pestle craft cocktail bars to hungry Texans.

RibCrib, the iconic Oklahoma-based BBQ joint, announced the launch of its new ‘RibCrib Rewards’ loyalty program across the brand’s eight state radius.

According to the latest figures from the International Franchise Association (IFA®), one out of every seven franchises in the United States is owned by a veteran.

HomeSmart International has partnered with MarkedSafe™ to launch the exclusive Residential Shield Program.

Keller Williams (KW) announced that registration is open for KW Sin Fronteras, an inaugural two-day virtual real estate training conference.

Pizza Hut is no stranger to innovation. From creating iconic pizzas like the Original Pan® Pizza and Original Stuffed Crust® - the brand is known for changing the pizza game again and again.

Winter may be rapidly approaching Illinois, but one new business is planning to bring a taste of the tropics to Downers Grove.

CARSTAR is saluting the veterans throughout its’ North American network on Veterans Day in the U.S. and Remembrance Day in Canada, both held on November 11, 2020.

Known for its handcrafted Bundt Cakes and joy-giving mission, Nothing Bundt Cakes launches its countdown to National Bundt Day, Nov. 15, with a weeklong giveaway on social media.

Dallas-Fort Worth residents can look forward to more opportunities to enjoy MOOYAH Burgers, Fries & Shakes’ ridiculously tasty food in the next few years.

Your Pie, the nation’s first fast-casual pizza franchise, announced several changes to its corporate staff, including the addition of Mike Tillis as VP of Operations and Support.

Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate LLC announced today that Blue Team Realty in Paradise, Calif., has affiliated with the BHGRE® brand to become Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate Welcome Home.

Maaco Collision Repair and Auto Painting, and Meineke Car Care Centers have recently received the honor of being named as two of the top franchise opportunities for veterans.

FirstLight® Home Care was identified by Franchise Business Review, as being one of just 80 franchise brands to be named an award-winning franchise in its 2020 report on the Top Franchises for Veterans.

Metal Supermarkets, the world’s largest supplier of small-quantity metals, announced today the winners of the eighth annual Metal My Way contest.

Spray-Net, Inc., an award winning, innovative painting franchise, has announced that they have recently hired a new Director of Franchise Development, Jennifer Robinson.

Electronics repair shop uBreakiFix is now open in the West Village at 96 Greenwich Avenue. The store offers repairs on smartphones, tablets, computers, and more to help the community stay connected.

Mountain Mike’s Pizza is excited to announce the opening of its second Santa Maria location.

Tommy’s Express Car Wash is pleased to announce the opening of ten new franchise locations in the month of November 2020.

Killer Burger, the famed PDX-based rock ‘n roll burger hangout, announced today it has signed a lease for its ninth corporate location at 325 NE Russell Street.

Matt Mays has launched Office Pride of Elizabethtown-Radcliff, an independently owned and operated commercial cleaning franchise.

ComForCare Franchise Systems, a franchised provider of in-home caregiving services, announced their Caregiver of the Year at the company’s 18th annual conference.

Romeo’s Pizza, the award-winning franchise that offers pizza with a purpose, is making landfall in western Nigeria with an aggressive growth plan.

In honor of National Pickle Day on Saturday, November 14, Firehouse Subs® is dill-ighted to introduce a limited amount of exclusive Firehouse Subs Pickle Bucket Candles.