Hundred Acre Consulting Has All the Information You Need About Owning a Franchise

Two young female baristas using laptop to get their cafe ready for the use of AI in business.
By Daniel Hayes • October 27, 2026
AI can help franchise owners improve business operations and growth, but technology can not replace trust, accountability, hands-on expertise, and human connection.
A McDonald's franchise restaurant is lit up at night.
By Daniel Hayes • October 20, 2026
When franchising, many investors think first of huge chain businesses. But here are a few of the benefits of franchising with a smaller company.
A man in a suit is pointing at a gear with the word business on it.
By Daniel Hayes • October 13, 2026
What really makes it a good time to buy a franchise? It may have more to do with your readiness and finding the right opportunity than with the economy.
A woman is looking through a magnifying glass at her face.
By Daniel Hayes • October 6, 2026
Common franchise myths discourage aspiring business owners before they’ve even explored their options. We're debunking them so franchisees can see the possibilities.
A group of business people shaking hands at a table
By Daniel Hayes • September 29, 2026
Creating job descriptions, screening candidates, conducting interviews, and planning for employee turnover...there's a lot to consider before making your first hire.
Group of students in a park, discussing franchise opportunities for Gen Z
By Daniel Hayes • September 22, 2026
Gen Z is researching alternatives to college like franchising: owning a business out of the gate with an established brand, proven systems, and support behind you.
A person is writing on a piece of paper with a pen.
September 15, 2026
Franchising can offer a path to business ownership without requiring you to build a company from the ground up. With so many franchise models, where do you begin?
An older man is standing with his arms crossed in a clothing store.
By Daniel Hayes • September 8, 2026
The right combination of communication, adaptability, financial responsibility, patience, and a willingness to learn can be what it takes to run your franchise.
Three men in military uniforms are posing for a picture.
By Daniel Hayes • September 1, 2026
Franchising can give veterans a way to put their multitude of service skills to work while benefiting from an established business model and ongoing support.
A franchise advisor meeting with prospective franchise owners
By Daniel Hayes • August 25, 2026
Working with a franchise advisor can help you use your goals to explore available territories and programs and ask better questions throughout the research process.
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