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Lissa Weinstein, a Chicago real estate broker and luxury home specialist with RE/MAX Premier Properties, relies on two strategies to serve the owners and buyers of high-end homes in the city, one comfortingly old-fashioned, the other high-tech.

Bruegger's Bagels kicks off National Egg Month today by highlighting the chain's second-favorite menu item (after fresh-baked New York-style bagels, of course) with an eggs-traordinary happy hour and the return of an eggs-tra special bagel.

Fresh Healthy Vending the category leader in healthy vending services secured 86 contracts for new locations across the country looking to take the initiative and sign up for a healthy vending program.

Massage Envy Verona recently announced it will be participating in this year’s Arthritis Walk® on May 5th, 2013. The annual walk is the signature event for the Arthritis Foundation.

Caring Senior Service, the leading national in-home care company, is exhibiting at the California Association for Health Services at Home’s (CAHSAH) Annual Conference and Home Care Expo in Monterey, Calif.

Chem-Dry, the world’s largest carpet and upholstery cleaning service, announced the addition of Bill May as its new Director of National Accounts for Chem-Dry Corporate Services.

Solar Universe (www.solaruniverse.com), the leader in solar franchising, announced today the opening of its first international franchise in Puerto Rico by local entrepreneurs and mother-son team, Luz and William Rodriguez.

Domino's Pizza, Inc. (NYSE: DPZ), the recognized world leader in pizza delivery, today announced results for the first quarter of 2013, comprised of strong EPS and same store sales growth, and positive global store count growth.

Hawaii-based Papalani Gelato Franchise Operating Company, LLC, a wholesale and retail supplier of specialty gelato, coffee, and chocolate, recently signed up its first franchisee which will be located in Tampa, Florida.

Dickey’s Barbecue in Spokane is kicking off their grand opening celebration this Thursday, May 2 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Hertz Global Holdings, Inc. (NYSE: HTZ) (with its subsidiaries, the "Company" or "we") reported first quarter 2013 worldwide revenues of $2.4 billion, an increase of 24.3% year-over-year.

Green Leaf’s Beyond Great Salads, is kicking off salad season and National Salad Month with the launch of iLove Salad iPad Giveaway.

Texas Roadhouse, Inc. (NasdaqGS: TXRH), today announced financial results for the 13 week period ended March 26, 2013.

Pancheros Mexican Grill (www.pancheros.com), a fast casual Mexican restaurant known for its savory burrito options, has officially opened a new location in Schaumburg, IL.

COIT, a leading supplier of specialty cleaning and disaster restoration services headquartered in San Francisco, has acquired the company's franchise in Sacramento, CA.

Bill.com, the leader in integrated bill payment, invoicing and cash flow management solutions for businesses, today announced that it will discuss how to clear your desk of financial minutiae so you can clear your mind for big ideas in a free...

May is National Salad Month and no other quick service chain has more reason to celebrate salads than Wendy’s®.

Aloft Hotels, the fast-growing brand from Starwood Hotels & Resorts, Worldwide, Inc. (NYSE: HOT), today announces a groundbreaking partnership with modern design retailer Design Within Reach, Inc. (DWR).

A new consumer survey released by MAACO®¹, part of the Driven Brands family of automotive brands, reveals a sentiment contrary to the perception of our throwaway culture: American's don't have to, but want to, keep their cars longer...as...

¡Es Calidad! (It's quality) is the new campaign rolled out today by Pizza Patrón.

Building on insights gained in more than a year of intensive qualitative and quantitative research, today Hyatt Hotels Corporation (NYSE: H) launched a new Hyatt.com website designed to enhance the guest experience.

Baskin-Robbins, the world's largest chain of ice cream specialty shops, today announced a special line-up of new menu items for the month of May.

Denny's Corporation (Nasdaq:DENN), franchisor and operator of one of America's largest franchised full-service restaurant chains, today reported results for its first quarter ended March 27, 2013.

Planet Beach, the creator of the contempo spa concept and leader in automated spa services, announces the launch of its new Planet Beach mobile app for iOS and Android powered mobile devices.

SIGNARAMA, the world’s largest full-service sign business, announced today that it has been ranked 53rd on Franchise Direct’s Top 100 Global Franchises.

Creative Learning Corporation (CLCN.OB), owner and developer of Bricks 4 Kidz® is pleased to announce that BFK Franchise Company, LLC has recently sold a Master Franchise to Creative Child Development Sdn Bhd.

ServiceMaster Clean, one of the leading commercial cleaning franchises for more than 60 years, announced today the signing of two new franchise agreements.

Local resident Kelly Craig has brought the joy of TapSnap phototainment to the Toledo region.

Linnea Lavell, RE/MAX North Central in McKinney was awarded membership in the prestigious RE/MAX Executive Club for Top Producers for closing more than $2.5 million in transactions during 2012.

The Beef Jerky Outlet Franchise has announced a new retail store in Springfield, Missouri. The store will be located at 228 W. Sunshine Street in the Sunshine Corners Shopping Center.

When Dairy Queen® franchisees Janet and Robert Wesch needed financing for their Port St. Lucie, Florida location, they found out what many small businesses across the U.S. have already discovered: It’s no cakewalk.

On April 15, 2013, volunteer firefighter Brian Hillyard celebrated the opening of his Tyler, TX wildlife control and removal business.

Fresh Healthy Vending, the Nation’s largest healthy vending company has dedicated $1,000,000 in grants to qualified locations that choose to provide a healthy vending option.

Dickey’s Barbecue Pit opens this Friday, May 3 in Kerrville. The first 100 customers in line will receive a free Pulled Pork Big Barbecue sandwich.

Play N Trade will be promoted through FraggedNation’s social, competitive gaming website, and their 120,000 member base, as well as many other visitors to the site.

The Cleaning Authority has grown a sizable network of franchisees in the United States and is now looking to Canada for continued growth.

Massage Envy Spa Woodbridge, the latest business providing massages in Woodbridge, NJ, recently celebrated its Grand Opening.

Mama Fu’s Asian House, one of the hottest Asian concepts in the fast casual restaurant industry, announces the development of new Digital DNA menu boards across all company locations.

Maui Wowi, a leader in flexible franchise concepts specializing in Hawaiian coffee and all-natural smoothies, is going digital with new iPads for incoming franchisees.

Cellairis®, one of the world’s largest and most trusted wireless accessory specialty retailers, recently launched its Alexandria location at Alexandria Mall.

Capriotti’s Sandwich Shop has announced its newest restaurant in Old Town Scottsdale, which will stay open until 3 a.m. on weekends for late night Caps cravings.

Sky Zone Indoor Trampoline Park opens first ever location in Fort Wayne, IN to offer a thrilling 3-D experience for the whole family atop a court of connecting trampolines.

The fastest-growing fast casual pizza franchise, Uncle Maddio’s Pizza Joint, is pleased to announce the opening of four new locations next month.

Cellairis®, one of the world’s largest and most trusted wireless accessory specialty retailers, recently launched its first Wichita Falls locations at Sikes Senter.

Tough Financing, Low Appraisals, Seller Reluctance Decrease Chance of New Housing Bubble

Better Homes and Gardens® Real Estate kicks off the second season of its national online and television reality series, Home, First Home® on May 1.

Brothers Joe and Greg Dvorak are passionate about the art of great barbecue. The duo is throwing a grand opening celebration at Dickey’s Barbecue in Chaska this Friday, May 3 from 11 a.m. to 1 p.m.

Cellairis®, one of the world’s largest and most trusted wireless accessory specialty retailers, recently launched its first Fort Worth location at Hulen Mall.

Huntington Learning Center will host its annual Huntington School Services Convention June 6, 2013, at the Hotel Sax in Chicago, Illinois.

Nectir Inc., an emerging national network of staffing firms, announces the official franchise opening of Nectir Denver. Stefanie Porter, an accomplished, local professional with more than 15 years of business experience, will serve as CEO and...

Hyatt Hotels Corporation announced today that Hyatt Gold Passport® received four honors at the 25th annual Freddie Awards, the member-voted awards honoring the best frequent flyer and hotel loyalty programs worldwide.

According to the American Academy of Allergy, Asthma and Immunology (AAAAI), pollen season can begin as early as February and last through October.

Woodcraft Supply, America’s oldest and largest woodworking retailer, doubled its retail offering in Boston on April 22 when it opened a second store. A few days later, on April 29, Woodcraft reopened the Cincinnati store under new ownership.

Cellairis®, one of the world’s largest and most trusted wireless accessory specialty retailers, recently launched its first Albany location at Colonie Mall.

Complete Nutrition, the nutritional supplement retailer known for its consultative approach to health and fitness, expands its general health offerings with TruForm, a new line of multivitamin packets formulated with condition-specific needs in...

Wingstop is off to another strong start in 2013, with same store sales up 13 percent in the first quarter.

In a face-off of financial wits, 16 teams of high school students from across the country battled for more than $56,000 in college scholarships during the finals of the H&R Block Dollars & Sense National Challenge.

Eye Level (myeyelevel.com) announced today that the Sacramento area will soon welcome 10 new learning centers through an area development agreement with Yuba City resident, Sabita Kondle and her husband, Dr. Venu Kondle.

Alamo Drafthouse is excited to announce the arrival of its annual Summer Movie Pass Giveaway.

To better serve small business owners in all areas of the country, The UPS Store® introduced today its Main Street franchise model designed to support opening The UPS Stores into small towns and rural communities within the U.S.

The Grounds Guys landscape management is continuing its national franchise expansion with the addition of 20 new locations in the first quarter of 2013.

Dickey’s Barbecue Pit in Las Vegas is kicking off National Barbecue Month with a customer appreciation day this Friday, May 3 from 11:00 a.m. to 1:00 p.m. with barbecue kingpin Roland Dickey.

Jan-Pro Franchising International, Inc. (Jan-Pro) today graciously accepted the #1 “Best of the Best” 2013 Honor in Commercial Cleaning, given by Entrepreneur Magazine.

Professional dog trainer Ty Brown will be coming to Birmingham, Alabama in May of 2013 during the week of May 6th.

The Beef Jerky Outletstores in the Smoky Mountains are ready to welcome spring visitors as the 2013 tourist season begins.

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Popcorn lovers, rejoice! Menchie's, North America's largest self-serve frozen yogurt franchise, has turned the beloved snack into a sweet frozen yogurt flavor. Menchie's newest flavor, Pop-arazzi Popcorn, is sure to turn heads.

Red Lion Hotels Corporation (NYSE: RLH) today announced the company is expanding its system into Arizona with the signing of a new franchise agreement with the owners of a hotel in Tempe, located in the greater Phoenix area.