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Surviving Disruption: How New COVID-19 Legislation Can Assist the Restaurant Industry

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31, 2021, with the other half due Dec. Consequently, restaurateurs could face a very hefty tax bill in both 2021 and 2022 if these tax payments are deferred. For C corporations, any net operating losses (NOLs) incurred from 2018, 2019, and 2020 can be carried back five years to generate tax refunds.

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How Top Multi-Unit Restaurants are Using Tech to Grow

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Each location reduced labor cost from an average of 32% in Jan 2020 to 23% as of April 2021, due in part to more efficient schedules. Corporate leaders can focus on new locations and growth, while franchise operators and individual managers keep the business running smoothly on the ground. says Megges.

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MRM Franchise Feed: Church’s Goes Hybrid and Curry Up Incentives Now

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In fall 2016 he signed a baseball contract with the New York Mets before returning to the NFL in 2021. Curry Up Now offering a limited-time franchise development incentivethat allows experienced, multi-unit operators to sign a deal for a minimum of three Curry Up Now franchise restaurants rather than the typical five unit commitment.

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MRM Franchise Feed: Franchising for Heroes and Shaq-a-Roni for Charity

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Apple American Group LLC (AAG), a wholly-owned subsidiary of Flynn Restaurant Group LP (FRG), was named the 2021 Abe Gustin Franchisee of the Year by Applebee’s Neighborhood Grill + Bar. Specifically, AAG is being recognized for its overall commitment to brand success, operational excellence, guest service and community involvement.

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MRM Franchise Feed: Virtual BBQ and Pieology in China

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Six units throughout Irvine, Orange and Tustin. Two units in Los Angeles. “Since launching the franchise initiative in October 2019, we have been energized by the interest and excitement from experienced multi-unit operators who want to get involved with the brand,” said Bill Phelps, CEO of Dave’s Hot Chicken.

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Successful Restaurants Leverage Their Digital Ordering Channels

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Research company eMarketer forecasts that by the end of 2021, there will be 44.1 Digital ordering channels are vital for your restaurant’s success in 2021. Consistency is essential for optimal user experiences, especially if you are a multi-unit operator. million users of food delivery apps in the U.S.,

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MRM Franchise Feed: Frictionless QDOBA and Crisp & Greens Goes National

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“Our new formats are incredibly attractive to today’s multi-unit operators, who are looking for chef-driven food quality at a lower investment than a traditional QSR. The program will begin accepting applications in the first quarter of 2021. The first round of locations will open in 2021.