
Princeton Equity Group Raises $1.3 Billion in Fund III
Princeton Equity Group raised $1.3 billion in a recent round of funding, the money will enhance its capabilities to invest in multi-location businesses, including franchisors.
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Princeton Equity Group raised $1.3 billion in a recent round of funding, the money will enhance its capabilities to invest in multi-location businesses, including franchisors.

The home services platform marks its sixth appearance on the Inc. 5000 list as it continues to expand its eight-brand franchise portfolio.

Five Star Franchising has added specialty lighting concept Decorate With Lights to its portfolio, marking the platform's eighth home services brand.

Taco Bell, a franchisee, and its produce supplier face multiple negligence and fraud lawsuits following a widespread Cyclospora outbreak linked to contaminated lettuce.
Five Star Franchising, a platform of home service franchise brands, has announced a franchise expansion of Decorate With Lights, the eighth brand in its portfolio.

Five Star Franchising acquires Decorate With Lights, expanding its presence in the home services market with a specialty lighting company.

Five Star Bath Solutions and Card My Yard earned spots on Franchise Business Review’s “Culture 100” list based on high levels of franchise owner satisfaction.

Veterans own 14% of franchises, including Five Star Franchising brands.

Five Star Franchising brands Card My Yard, Mosquito Shield, and Gotcha Covered named to Entrepreneur’s 2026 Top Low-Cost Franchise list.

The International Franchise Association’s Dot and Hub tools will help members access relevant information quickly.

Veterans thrive in home services franchising with 14% ownership rate.

Five Star Franchising welcomes Five Star Flooring, expanding its franchise offerings with a brand that disrupts the $75 billion flooring market.
Card My Yard named a Top Low-Cost Franchise by Franchise Business Review and Entrepreneur in 2026.

Behind most successful businesses lies a network of reliable vendors, ranging from IT support to suppliers of paper products.
A veteran franchise executive, Itaya brings more than 25 years of experience in multi-brand operations, franchise development, and system growth.

Midlife career changes can be exciting. They can also be a little daunting.

For entrepreneurs entering the home services field, seasonality can feel like a major obstacle to building a stable business.

Technology has become central to businesses spanning virtually every industry, and what’s more, that technology is constantly changing.

Running in the rat race every day, it can be difficult to feel like you’re living your life to the fullest.
No stranger to the world of franchising leadership, Hoegren has been a key executive within the Five Star Franchising platform since 2024, when she was named the VP of Operations for Gotcha Covered.

The early months of 2025 have been marked by a high level of economic angst, with public polling suggesting rising concerns over inflation and the impact of tariffs, along with a precipitous drop in consumer sentiment.

Serial entrepreneurs thrive in environments that foster growth and drive the pursuit of financial freedom.
Entrepreneur Franchise 500® has been a highly sought-after honor in the franchise industry.

Aroma Joe's offers free coffee to veterans on November 11.