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MichMan

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1. Many franchise hotels are run by mom and pop owners

Reply to pstokely (Original post)

Wed Jan 7, 2026, 07:41 AM

Jan 7

They just pay a fee to brand them as one of the major chains. Primarily to access the reservation systems, loyalty programs, and to provide a familiar name to travelers. No different than gas stations and some restaurants.

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