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Burgerim loses franchise registration in more states

 By Jonathan Maze on Feb. 12, 2020

Washington has revoked the chain’s right to sell franchises, and Maryland issued a stop order, while Yelp issued a warning on its ratings.

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Askar Brands buys 47 Dunkin’ restaurants

 By Jonathan Maze on Feb. 11, 2020

The Florida-based operator also named former Dunkin’ executive George McAllan to oversee the locations.

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Sen. Feinstein asks FTC to investigate Burgerim

By Jonathan Maze on Feb. 04, 2020

The U.S. senator is asking for an inquiry in the aftermath of an RB report detailing serious problems at the franchise.

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How the Burgerim story came together

By Jonathan Maze on Jan. 29, 2020

This week’s edition of ”A Deeper Dive” focuses on our recent Burgerim series and what it means for restaurants and franchises.

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Burgerim franchisees start to organize

By Jonathan Maze on Jan. 24, 2020

A group of operators has formed a franchisee association to represent their interests amid continued uncertainty about the company’s future.

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How franchisees can avoid a bad investment

By Jonathan Maze on Jan. 22, 2020

Here are a few steps operators can take to keep from falling into a Burgerim-like trap.

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Why struggling chains turn to franchising

By Jonathan Maze on Jan. 22, 2020

As chains such as Steak ‘n Shake and Krystal faced mounting financial problems, they looked to refranchising as a solution, says RB’s The Bottom Line.

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Burgerim franchisees pick up the pieces

By Jonathan Maze on Jan. 21, 2020

Hundreds of franchisees lost money betting on the Burgerim brand. Many ended up in bankruptcy. Some lost their homes. These are their stories.

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Popeyes’ chicken sandwich could open up new markets

By Jonathan Maze on Jan. 15, 2020

The success of the product could help the chain break into areas it might have not considered before, franchisee Carrols says.

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2 executives accuse McDonald’s of discrimination

By Jonathan Maze on Jan. 08, 2020

A federal lawsuit alleges that the burger giant abandoned the African American market and purged black executives from the company.

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