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The Blue Roof Franchisee Association, a member association representing IHOP Franchisees, was formed in July 2010. The association was founded as an independent voice and support for franchisees, within the IHOP system and business and political arenas alike, to promote the owners’ profitability and equity, and find new ways to leverage our strength.
BRFA Mission Statement: To represent IHOP Franchisees with the Franchisor, government and other entities, and employ our collective leverage to improve Franchisee profitability, restaurant operations and brand strength.
- Represent and advocate for the best interests of the franchise owners with the Franchisor. Influence brand strategy from our Franchise owners’ perspective. Respect, aid, empower the Franchisor.
- Pursue initiatives to improve profitability, operations, and the financial health and welfare of franchisees.
- Impact government affairs in the best interest of both small and large franchise business owners. Seek to join forces strategically with other franchisee groups and industry associations.
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2019 BRFA Annual Meeting
April 3 - 4
Paris Las Vegas

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definition of full-time workers in the new Republican-led House and
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IRS Changes Rules on How Restaurants Tax TipsIn 2012, the IRS redefined how restaurants must classify automatic
gratuities, often charged on parties of six, eight, or larger. But
implementation of the change was delayed, with full enforcement
beginning Jan. 1, 2014. No longer can restaurants and banquet halls
count these automatic charges as tips—rather, they must be accounted as
earned income.
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