Five Star Franchising

As The Perfect Franchise Conference wraps up in Philadelphia, our Franchise Development teams are leaving the week energized by the connections, collaboration, and growth that defined the event. From brand presentations and consultant sessions to sales training and panel discussions, it was a valuable opportunity to bring leading brands and top consultants together in meaningful ways. We appreciated the conversations that are helping move franchising forward, strengthen partnerships, and expand awareness of the Five Star portfolio. There’s real value in being in the room—sharing perspectives, exchanging ideas, and building relationships that drive long-term impact. Our team is walking away inspired and ready to build on the momentum. If we connected during the event, thank you—we’re looking forward to continuing the conversation! #ThePerfectFranchise #NetworkingEvent #FiveStarBrands #FranDev

We’re driven to share insights that help franchise owners and operators grow, and this episode of Behind the Franchise offers a thoughtful perspective on exactly that. Host Paul Ehlinger sits down with Stefan Figley, CFE, President of 1-800-Packouts, to discuss his path from agency analytics to leading and growing franchise brands. Stefan shares practical insight on viewing marketing as an investment, evaluating innovation like AI with clarity, and making sound decisions with the data available. He also reflects on the importance of resilience and mindset, particularly in the first year of franchise ownership. For anyone building or evaluating a franchise opportunity, this conversation offers relevant, real-world takeaways. Take a listen and let us know what stood out to you. https://hubs.la/Q04f1Ld50 Exploring franchise ownership? Discover the opportunity behind 1-800-Packouts. https://hubs.la/Q04f2d9x0 #FiveStarBrands #BehindTheFranchise #Leadership

The DC region is heading into what experts are calling one of the worst mosquito seasons in recent memory — and local Mosquito Shield Franchise owners are already seeing the demand firsthand. After an erratic winter of warm spikes and late snow, the moisture conditions left behind have set the stage for an aggressive season that arrives faster than most expect. Douglass Miles, Vice President of Mosquito Shield of Northern Virginia, recently told WTOP News Radio that without proactive treatment, homeowners may find their outdoor spaces far less enjoyable — and far less usable — as the season intensifies. For the right operator, that urgency is the business case. Many markets, including the DMV, still have unserved territories ready to open now — and in a category where demand compresses into a defined seasonal window, those who move first capture the market. Read the full article: https://hubs.la/Q04dTxj90 Explore Mosquito Shield franchise ownership: https://hubs.la/Q04dTt7R0 #MosquitoControl #HomeServices #FranchiseLeadership

Congratulations to our very own Missy Wright, CFE on her nomination for FranchiseVoice's Top 100 Franchise Influencers 2026! This recognition is a true reflection of the heart and expertise she brings to Five Star every day. 🌟 #FVTop100 #Leadership #Growth #FranchiseInfluencers2026

🎉 We’re proud to share that three Five Star brands have been recognized on Entrepreneur Media's 2026 Top Low Cost Franchises list, highlighting strong franchise ownership opportunities at accessible investment levels. Card My Yard ranked #34 in the Less Than $50K category, while Gotcha Covered Franchising earned the #37 spot and Mosquito Shield Franchise ranked #77 in the Less Than $150K category. Entrepreneur’s rankings are widely respected across the franchise industry, evaluating systems based on factors including cost, growth, and overall value. Congratulations to the teams behind Card My Yard, Gotcha Covered, and Mosquito Shield on this well-earned recognition! 👏 Explore Five Star franchise opportunities: 👉 https://hubs.la/Q04ckgyx0 Click here to see the rankings: 👉 Low cost franchises under 50K :https://hubs.la/Q04ckgGc0 Low cost franchises under 150K: https://hubs.la/Q04ckst60 #LowCostFranchises #Awards #FiveStarFranchising

🚀 We're thrilled to announce the launch of our newest home service franchise brand Five Star Flooring! Engineered to disrupt the ~$75B flooring industry, Five Star Flooring delivers a premium, concierge-style, in-home experience that removes the friction and stress homeowners face too often for flooring solutions. 🤔 Today, customers in the flooring market are overwhelmed by massive showrooms, unclear pricing, and unreliable service. Five Star Flooring provides a a seamless, end-to-end customer experience that makes high-quality flooring renovations easy. 💼 And for driven business leaders, it's a low overhead, high-margin home service franchise opportunity, backed by a proven playbook, growth tools, and elite support team. 🤝 Five Star Flooring is founded and led by Brand President Dean Hartley, a multi-unit operator who partnered with Five Star to scale sister brand Five Star Bath Solutions™ from a regional player into a dominant category leader approaching 400 locations nationwide. Join us in welcoming Five Star Flooring to our growing platform and learn more about this exciting franchise opportunity: ▶️ https://hubs.la/Q04bXDS60 #Acquisition #FranchiseOpportunities #HomeServices #FiveStarFlooring

Big news for Card My Yard! 🎉 We’re proud to share that Card My Yard has been named one of Franchise Business Review's Top Low-Cost Franchises for 2026! What makes this honor especially meaningful is that it’s based on direct feedback from franchise owners. It reflects the real experiences of people who are building successful businesses with a mission centered around spreading joy in local communities. “From the beginning, the mission behind Card My Yard has been empowering creative people to spread celebration and cheer throughout their communities, without having to worry about significant overhead,” said Josh Arnold, president of Card My Yard. “Inclusion on the #FBR list demonstrates that Card My Yard franchising is not only affordable, but offers ample support at every step of the way.” See the full 2026 Top Low-Cost Franchises list: https://hubs.la/Q04bpMhD0 Interested in bringing joy to your community while building a business of your own? Learn more about the Card My Yard franchise opportunity. 👉 https://hubs.la/Q04bpFk40 #FBR #Awards #Entrepreneurship #FiveStarBrands

💪 Building a lean, profitable business in today’s home services space starts with simplicity, discipline, and customer focus. In a recent Q&A with Franchising Magazine USA, Michael Moorhouse, President of Mosquito Shield Franchise, shares how leveraging efficient systems and making data-driven decisions, allows franchise owners to maximize performance and build long-term customer loyalty, even within a seasonal business model. His perspective reinforces that profitability isn’t about complexity—it’s about executing the fundamentals at a high level. Read here for Michael's insight on building a high-performing franchise: https://hubs.la/Q04b1w460 Looking for a business that grows with you season after season? Explore Mosquito Shield opportunities. 👉 https://hubs.la/Q04b1rF60 #FiveStarFranchising #RecurringRevenue #HomeServices

🤝 Empathy is the foundation of truly impactful service in the packout and restoration space. In a recent feature for Franchising Magazine USA, Stefan Figley, CFE, President of 1-800-Packouts, shares an important insight: families and businesses facing loss need more than operational excellence. They need trust, care, and support. That’s where a proven franchise model makes a difference. With the right training, tools, and guidance, franchise owners can lead with confidence while serving their communities with compassion. Read Stefan’s full perspective and learn how the right model can help you make an impact:👉 https://hubs.ly/Q049BhCw0 Looking to own a franchise, grow your portfolio, or plug into a system that actually supports you? Let’s connect: 👉 https://hubs.ly/Q049Bwcy0 #HomeServiceFranchising #BusinessOwnership #Leadership #PeopleFirst

🎙️ What better way to celebrate the last day of March and #WomensHistoryMonth than by highlighting the voices of women leading and shaping our industry—like our very own Missy Wright. In the latest episode of ProveHER - Badass Women in Business Podcast, Missy Wright, CFE, VP of Franchise Development, shares what separates those who thrive in business ownership from those who struggle, and why so many get it wrong before they even start. From scaling responsibly to maintaining culture as you grow, Missy highlights an often-overlooked truth: long-term success isn’t just about business strategy—it’s about setting boundaries, making intentional decisions, and taking care of yourself along the way. Listen to the full episode and learn what it really takes to succeed in franchising: 👉https://hubs.la/Q04981tK0 #FiveStarFranchising #FranchiseLeadership #WomenInFranchising