The decision to enter the franchise world is an exciting one, and it can prove to be very profitable. An advantage of operating a franchise, rather than a start-up, is that much of the framework is already laid for you. With a franchise, you will be able to avoid many of the costly mistakes that startups often make— but this requires leveraging both other franchise owners and local business owners.
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Introducing the 360 Finance Financing Calculator
The 360 Finance Contractor Portal now includes a Financing Calculator, a purpose-built tool designed to eliminate friction from the financing discovery phase. Rather than requiring homeowners to commit to a formal application before understanding their payment options, the calculator provides instant, scenario-based financing estimates within your sales workflow. Customers Who See Their Options Decide Faster Most financing conversations happen after the…
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Your 360 Finance Toolkit: Understanding Project Tier Options
When creating a financing application in 360 Finance, one of the first decisions you’ll make is selecting a Project Tier. While it may seem like a small setting, your selection influences the financing offers presented to the homeowner and should be based on the margin and profitability of the specific project. Standard Plus Project Tier…
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What the FCC’s SIP 603+ Update Means for Your Blocked Calls
On March 25, 2026, the FCC‘s Eighth Call Blocking Order introduced a new requirement for U.S. carriers to use a response code called SIP 603+. It is a meaningful shift in how blocked calls are reported, and it gives businesses something they never had before: a clear, standardized signal every time a call is blocked by carrier screening. …
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How Maverick Electric Turned Inbound Calls into a Scalable Revenue Engine
Overview Maverick Electric, Plumbing, Heating & Air is a fast-growing home services company based in Sacramento, California. Founded in 2020 by Joshua Warner, the company has rapidly expanded by challenging traditional industry norms and focusing on operational efficiency, employee experience, and measurable marketing performance. As Maverick set its sights on aggressive growth, aiming to nearly double revenue,…