Catching Up with the Shines Steve Shine from Texarkana, TX has owned a Sparkle Wash franchise for just under two years. For those who are on the fence about owning a Sparkle Wash franchise, here is Steve’s experience in his own words from a recent interview. What made you want to buy a Sparkle Wash franchise? For many years, I … Read More
Buying a Franchise? Make Sure You Attend Discovery Day
You’re interested in buying a franchise. And by this time you’ve spoken to a franchise sales rep and possibly the management team, so what’s next? Discovery Day! Discovery Day is when a serious franchisee candidate visits the headquarters of the franchisor they are considering. Up to this point all the information you’ve received has either been written or verbal, at … Read More
Understanding the Cost of Buying a Franchise
Like with any major purchase, determining what you can afford should be Step #1. With over 450 franchises to choose from, you can narrow the playing field based on your financial and lifestyle goals. Knowing how much you realistically have to invest is key to choosing the right business model. Be honest with yourself when putting together your financial worth. … Read More
Sparkle Wash Named On Entrepreneur Franchise 500 List
Sparkle Wash International Named In Entrepreneur Franchise 500 Oakwood Village, OH (January 11, 2018) Sparkle Wash International is honored to announce they have been named to Entrepreneur magazine’s 39th Annual Franchise 500. “We spend months gathering and analyzing data in order to produce our annual Franchisee 500 list” according to Jason Feifer, Editor in Chief at Entrepreneur magazine. “With over … Read More
Breaking Down the Cost of Buying a Franchise
Like with any major purchase, determining what you can afford should be Step #1. With over 450 franchises to choose from, you can narrow the playing field based on your financial and lifestyle goals. Knowing how much you realistically have to invest is key to choosing the right business model. Be honest with yourself when putting together your financial worth. … Read More
Welcome Don Golden! Sparkle Wash Opens In Central Indiana
Sparkle Wash Professional Pressure Washing Opens In Carmel, Indiana PRESS RELEASE UPDATED: JUN 23, 2017 11:23 EDT Carmel, IN Sparkle Wash International is pleased to announce the grand opening of Sparkle Wash Central Indiana – Professional Pressure Washing. “We are very excited to service the Carmel and Indianapolis area.” Don Golden, President, said “Our patented pressure washing equipment sets us apart … Read More
In Honor of All Hard Working Americans We Bring You “The History of Labor Day”
Like many national holidays and historical events we tend to remember to celebrate but forget the reason behind the celebration! So here is a quick history lesson on “Labor Day” courtesy of The United States Department of Labor.
The Top 3 Hurdles to Owning a Franchise
As President and owner of the Sparkle Wash franchise organization, I’ve spoken with hundreds of candidates throughout my 20 years. Each candidate has a unique story as to why franchising is a good choice for them. But they also have something else in common; the following three hurdles: