The Bright Past and Future of IFA’s Franchise Relations Committee

An update on the IFA Franchise Relations Committee regarding the current plans and goals of the FRC, as well as a refresher of all the great things it has to offer IFA members.

The Benefits of Going Green

The benefits of your business going green go far beyond just the brand, but positively affect your customers, operations and interaction with the environment.

As Valuable as Gold: Why Consumer Reviews Should Be Treated Like Currency

Consumer reviews can be your brand’s biggest guide to operations and training…but learning how to analyze and interact with them is the start.

Four Reasons Why Your Business Needs a Powerful Fundraising Campaign

Does your brand have a fundraising campaign? CEO and Co-Founder of Goldfish Swim School, Chris McCuiston, explains the integral role giving back plays in a brand’s story and community.

Featured Franchisees: February 2020

Each month, IFA’s Featured Franchisees column highlights two franchisees who have demonstrated successful and passionate accomplishments. Congratulations to February’s winners, Jen Howard of TCBY and Ashley Hughes, Sarah Albahadily and Andrea Choate of Primrose Schools.

From the U.S. Coast Guard to Serving Coastal Flavors: How My Wife and I Went From Veterans to Shuckin’ Shack Franchisees

The inspiring testimonial from a U.S. Coast Guard veteran who found his passion and pursued it with franchising.

IFA 2020 Recap

The official recap of IFA’s Annual Convention 2020, where franchise professionals learned to protect, promote and enhance their business through specialized learning labs, committee meetings, interactive sessions, speakers and more.

February People & News

Find out about the newest leaders of the industry, which brands had milestones this past month and what charities were positively impacted by member brands of the IFA.

February People & News

Find out about the newest leaders of the industry, which brands had milestones this past month and what charities were positively impacted by member brands of the IFA.

Financial Accounting Standards Board (FASB)

Historically, franchise brands have been allowed to immediately recognize the initial franchise fees earned from incoming franchisees, which average $36,000, when all material services or conditions relating to the sale have been substantially performed or satisfied.  For small business, “emerging brands,” the recognition of this income is critical to the financial stability of entrepreneurs who are beginning to grow their business.

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