Aug 10 2009
Roger Gee Trades Guitar for Hammer as he Launches Handyman Business for Himself
Burien, WA - Roger Gee, local resident of Burien, has taken charge by going into business for himself. Yellow VAN Handyman is excited to introduce their newest Franchise Partner and member of the family.
Prior to exploring the idea of owning his own business, Roger worked as the shop manager of a small guitar repair shop and custom guitar builder. More
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Jul 19 2009
Inc. Magazine Says Service & Repair Is Golden
Seattle, WA - Inc. Magazine:
The Best Industries for Starting a Business Right Now
Repair Services
Call it a sign of the times, but companies that provide repair services, ranging from the home-improvement sector to the auto industry, are seeing an uptick in revenue as more people opt to fix their existing possessions, rather than to buy new. More
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Jul 6 2009
Yelpers Weigh In; HomeTask Debuts with 5 Stars
Burien, WA - HomeTask and its brand of service, Yellow VAN Handyman, debuted on the Yelp.com website with 5 star ratings.
Receiving their first yelps early last week, HomeTask was delighted to see their customers taking it upon themselves to spread the word. More
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Jun 17 2009
People Find Security In Jobs That Require Tools
New York, NY - The Princeton economist Alan Blinder argues that the crucial distinction in the emerging labor market is not between those with more or less education, but between those whose services can be delivered over a wire and those who must do their work in person or on site. More
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Jun 8 2009
HomeTask Begins Roll Out of 3D Project, Pet Butler First to Join the Team
Seattle, WA - Dallas, TX - HomeTask.com, parent company of Yellow VAN Handyman, plans 3 dimensional expansion to additional brands of service on top of their growing U.S. and Canadian locations. "Eventually HomeTask members will be able to access ‘everything service’," according to founder Jerrod Sessler. More
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Apr 20 2009
Squamish Now Has a Local Handyman
Squamish, BC - Yellow VAN Handyman is excited to welcome our newest franchise partner, Jeff Berkley out of Squamish, BC.
With inspiration and support from his wife and artist Carol Ann Berkley, Jeff intends to serve not only his neighbors in Squamish, but also the communities of Whistler, the North Shore, and everyone in between. More
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Apr 15 2009
Extreme House Makeover – HomeTask Cares Edition
Burien, WA - Evie Combs of Burien, WA, a single mother of two, was confronted with a situation in which three young children were in need of a nurturing home. While there was some uncertainty about the financial means to facilitate this, Evie and her two daughters opened up their home without a second thought. More
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Mar 25 2009
Voted Top 50 in Franchise Satisfaction By Franchise Business Review Four Years in a Row!
Seattle, WA - HomeTask truly has a reason to celebrate. Yellow VAN Handyman was voted into the Franchise Business Review’s Top 50 Franchise Satisfaction Award for the fourth year in a row.
As the fourth annual Franchise Satisfaction Award was presented by Franchise Business Review, over 400 leading franchise systems were surveyed. More
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Mar 10 2009
Reath Family to Serve Abbotsford
Abbotsford, BC - Yellow VAN Handyman is excited to introduce our newest franchise partner out of Abbotsford. Joining fellow Yellow VAN Handyman Chris Susut in his efforts to serve Abbotsford and surrounding areas, Joseph Reath is eager to begin working for his neighbours.
Growing up on a farm, Joseph gained many of his handy skills through doing all his own construction and maintenance work. More
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Feb 17 2009
HomeTask Releases New Yellow VAN Handyman Video
Seattle, WA - HomeTask is excited to release a new informational video demonstrating the advantages of owning a Yellow Van Handyman franchise. See the link at the bottom to continue onto our web page where we explain more about HomeTask and Yellow Van Handyman. More
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Feb 3 2009
Yellow VAN Handyman Hits The Streets
New York, NY - HomeTask and Yellow VAN Handyman are excited to bring you the great, the exciting, the cavalier Support Team in action on the streets of Seattle, the shores of Tampa Bay and the median in Times Square!
About HomeTask.com and its associated brand, Yellow Van Handyman:
HomeTask.com was founded in 1997 and became a franchise company in 2002. More
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Jan 29 2009
Schmick to Develop Wisconsin
Oshkosh, WI - HomeTask and Yellow VAN Handyman are excited to welcome their newest Development Agent, Leonard Schmick of Oshkosh, Wisconsin.
Leonard Schmick, a multi unit Subway and Mama DeLuca’s franchise owner, discovered Yellow VAN Handyman at the 2008 Subway Convention located in Las Vegas. More
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Jan 8 2009
Flood Relief is on Its Way in a Hurry
Seattle, WA - With the torrential rains hitting the Sound, rivers overflowing their banks, and communities being evacuated; homeowners are not only finding themselves displaced, but left with severe damage to their greatest investment. More
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Jan 1 2009
Employment Replacement Option Liberates Today’s Workers
Seattle, WA - Yellow VAN Handyman is the first franchisor to introduce the concept of “employment replacement” for service oriented individuals. Having successfully opened over 35 franchises in 15 US states and in BC, Canada, HomeTask is excited to provide business ownership to the conventionally overlooked working class. More
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Dec 20 2008
Light Up Mainstreet Big Success
Seattle, WA - This Christmas, Yellow VAN Handymen strung nearly 2,000 Christmas lights throughout the greater Seattle area. With donations from the hanging of the lights, members helped raise just over $500.00 in monetary and toy donations for Toys for Tots and approximately $100.00 in donations for Northwest Harvest.
From Wednesday, December 10, 2008 through Monday December 19, 2008, our team of professional Yellow VAN Handymen installed up to 5 strands of holiday lights per single story home, in exchange for a food, toy, or monetary donation to either Northwest Harvest or Toys for Tots.
At the conclusion of the event, Chris Inverso, Franchise Revenue Manager for Yellow VAN Handyman had the pleasure of delivering the toys to the Toys for Tots warehouse in Seattle. More
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Dec 10 2008
Light Up Mainstreet with Yellow VAN Handyman, Northwest Harvest, and Toys for Tots
Seattle, WA - This year’s historic Federal bailout of Wall Street has our Nation fixated. While Americans are waiting for relief on a more local level, Yellow VAN Handyman is introducing a stimulus package of their own: “Light Up Mainstreet”.
From Wednesday, December 10, 2008 through Monday December 15, 2008, our team of professional Yellow VAN Handymen will install up to 5 strands of holiday lights per single story home, in exchange for a food, toy, or monetary donation to either Northwest Harvest or Toys for Tots.
All walks of life are feeling the economic pinch this holiday season, especially those depending on their communities for assistance. More
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Dec 5 2008
Yellow VAN Handyman Provides Hay Rides At WinterFest
Burien, WA - Local partners with Yellow VAN Handyman to donate time and vehicle providing free hay rides during Burien’s Winterfest. Open to all ages, pick up for the hay rides will be at Hayes Feed & Country store located at 908 SW 152nd Street in Olde Burien, Saturday, December 6th, from 12:00 PM to 5:00 PM. More
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Nov 10 2008
Subway Franchisee Now Yellow VAN Handyman
Ithaca, NY - Members of Ithaca and surrounding neighborhoods are no stranger to seeing Kirby Allen and his family serving up fresh Subway sandwiches at their 3 Subway locations. Neighbors can now call upon Kirby for much more than satisfying their afternoon hunger. More
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Oct 20 2008
Yellow VAN Handyman - Big Hit at Seattle Home Show 2
Seattle, WA - Each year, the Seattle Home Show 2 reignites homeowners interest in improving their homes and preparing them for the upcoming winter. This year’s show continued this fine tradition, but featured a high profile new comer.
Yellow VAN Handyman took strides toward setting a new standard for a vendor home show presence. More
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Oct 13 2008
Yellow VAN Handyman Connects with Local Community Associations
Bellevue, WA - Saturday, October 11, 2008 HomeTask’s, Yellow VAN Handyman Services participated in Washington State Chapter, Community Associations Institute’s: CA DAY at Maydenbauer Center located in Bellevue.
With a booth colored in the yellow and blue Yellow VAN Handyman (YVH) is known for, patrons of CA Day could not resist stopping to learn more of what YVH has to offer. More
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Oct 6 2008
New York, New York! Here Comes Yellow VAN Handyman
Nassua County, NY - HomeTask welcomes their new Development Agents who are taking Nassau County, New York and surrounding areas by storm. Neil Singh and Bernard Ramchatesingh have just returned to New York from their one week training at the HomeTask University located in Seattle, WA. More
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Sep 29 2008
HomeTask Joins Development Agents into North Carolina
Chapel Hill, NC - As one of the first development offices to form a relationship with HomeTask, Inc., North Carolina Subway Group has recently signed with HomeTask and completed their one week training at HomeTask University located in Seattle, WA. More
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Sep 22 2008
HomeTask Hosts Women’s Franchise Committee Meeting
Seattle, WA - This week, Wednesday, September 24, 2008 HomeTask, Inc will be hosting the Women’s Franchise Committee Meeting at the HomeTask University location in Seattle, from 4PM to 6PM (PST).
The Women’s Franchise Committee (WFC) was formed in 1996, dedicating itself to inspiring and encouraging women in franchising. More
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Aug 21 2008
HomeTask Cares Foundation Lends Helping Hands to Glendale Lutheran School THIS WEEKEND
Burien, WA - This is the weekend that we have all been waiting for! The HomeTask Cares Foundation is taking the day, Saturday August 23, 2008, to help the children of the Glendale Lutheran School by cleaning and painting their bathroom facilities. More
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Aug 20 2008
Wendt is Now Serving Everett!
Everett, WA - Looking for a great handyman and tired of paying those travel fees to get them to come from Seattle. NO MORE! Paul Wendt is already in your neighborhood and ready to tackle your list of “to-dos.”
From his prior experience operating a small house cleaning business and from years of working as a realtor, Paul knows your largest and best investment is your home. More
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Aug 15 2008
HomeTask Cares Foundation is Back in Action!
Burien, WA - HomeTask’s Yellow VAN Handyman and the HomeTask Cares Foundations decided to stretch their legs this summer and jump head first into the community by reaching out to local residents, and businesses offering a drawing for free services. More
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Aug 11 2008
The Murcia Brothers Are Back!
Surrey, BC - The Murcia Brothers are bringing family matters back to the Handyman industry.
Nelson and David are not only brothers, but are skilled handymen who are eager to go to work for their neighbors in Surrey. More
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Jul 18 2008
Have No Fear, Franschwa is Here!
Maple Ridge, BC - Tired of the same low level maintenance industry standard for handymen? Well have no fear; Franschwa Barnard is in Maple Ridge to save residents from the typical mundane service.
Franschwa’s resume is compact with high level electrical education and employment experience. More
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Mar 14 2008
Kroc, DeLuca, Sessler
Seattle, WA - Ray Kroc is credited for "Branding (1954)" McDonalds in a way the McDonalds brothers didn't understand or have a vision for. Ray took McDonalds from a simple single restaurant in California, and with franchise rights in hand; he initiated much of the foundational growth that lead to the success and growth still experienced today. More
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Jan 17 2008
On-line Quick Estimate Tool by Yellow VAN Handyman
Seattle, WA - See this page for a myriad of Quick Estimate results! More
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Jan 15 2008
HomeTask Founder & Survivor on FOX NEWS
National - FOX News Discusses Life Saving Diet
Beating stage four melanoma cancer in 2000 was the direct result of the Hallelujah Diet and Lifestyle for international franchise Founder/ CEO Jerrod Sessler. More
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Jan 6 2008
HOMETASK EARNS TOP TITLE
Seattle - Ranked by Entrepreneur Magazine
The highly coveted title of a member of the Franchise 500 is now on HomeTask’s earned list. HomeTask made the top 500 Franchise Opportunities and the top 50 of New Franchise Concepts lists for 2008.
“The Franchise 500 rankings are compiled by measuring the objective factors that make a franchise company a potentially good opportunity. More
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Jan 3 2008
Choose A Healthy Life
Seattle - Staying healthy in every way including diet, all the way to laundry is how founder and CEO of HomeTask, Jerrod Sessler lives. Being diagnosed with terminal cancer in 1999 Jerrod knew he needed to find a way to make a drastic change to his life. More
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Dec 31 2007
LET HOMETASK SHOW YOU HOW IT’S DONE
Puyallup - Stop by the HomeTask booth at the 2008 Puyallup Home and Garden Show. There will be expert home repair specialists on hand to answer all of your to-do list questions.
The Puyallup Home & Garden Show is a show designed for homeowners in all stages of remodeling, landscaping and decorating their homes. More
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Dec 28 2007
Veterans Find Peace with HomeTask
Seattle - Veterans take advantage of HomeTask's Yellow VAN Handyman Service Franchise offer, bringing peace to their lives. Special finance options exclusively offered to public servants provide opportunity for business ownership and smooth lifestyle transition.
Skills acquired in the military set Veteran Franchise owners apart, bringing skills not easily obtained in civilian life. More
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Dec 10 2007
Northwest Storms Affect Homeowners
Seattle - Water Damage Costs Thousands to Homeowners in Shaky Real-Estate Market
Washington state homeowners were hit by hurricane force winds and flooding rain fall earlier this week. Many homes could have been spared thousands of dollars in damage had they been properly taken care of and specific preventative measures taken. More
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Dec 1 2007
BIG FREEZE, AVOID DAMAGE
Seattle, WA - As the temperatures drop be sure to take measures to not only prevent against the cold, but the potential damage caused by ice as well.
Taking simple measures like caulking around doors, windows, trim, and any gaps in siding can cut down on drafts and water leaks. More
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Nov 28 2007
Top 5 Mistakes Americans Make During the Holiday Season
Seattle - Does the thought of hanging all those holiday decorations make your head spin? Worried about wobbling around on that 20 foot ladder in 10 degree weather? You’re not alone! That’s why HomeTask - Home of the Yellow Van Handyman has pooled their knowledge to compile a stress-reducing list of safety procedures to ensure your family won’t make the same mistakes this holiday season.
Many Americans, although with the best intentions, tend to make potentially dangerous and costly mistakes during the holidays. More
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Nov 27 2007
BRAVO! BOTHELL GETS A HAND
Bothell, WA - Handyman Ready to Give a Hand to North Seattle Community
Candid, diligent, and steadfast are just some of the adjectives commonly used to describe Alex Bravo, Bothell’s newest handyman. Providing home maintenance and repair services to the local residents and businesses of the north east-side, Alex has great plans for his career with HomeTask's associated brand, Yellow Van Handyman.
Alex may be small in stature but he is BIG in heart. More
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Nov 25 2007
HENDRIX TO REPAIR TACOMA
Tacoma, WA - South End Gets Much Needed Handyman
With the force on his side, Shane Hendrix will conquer the south end’s home maintenance and repair industry with the grand opening of HomeTask's Yellow Van Handyman brand of services. More
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Nov 23 2007
In-Laws, Christmas Lights, Leaky Roof – Oh My!
Seattle, WA - The holidays are fast approaching and your family and friends will soon be arriving on your doorstep…are you prepared? HomeTask and its associated brand, Yellow VAN Handyman, is here to help! Let’s review a few must-have’s for your winter to-do list that will keep your family and home safe this season.
You’ll want your handyman to begin with your entry way, making sure walkways and porches are free of ice, snow and debris and make sure all outdoor lighting is functioning properly. More
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Nov 20 2007
Energy Saving Tips for this Winter Season
Seattle, WA - The icy winds and freezing temperatures can mean disaster for your home this holiday season. Let Yellow Van Handyman - a HomeTask.com brand of service - professional and reliable handymen winterize your house and prevent potentially costly damages. More
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Nov 15 2007
FAMILY MAN TAKES ON EDISON OHIO TO-DO LISTS
Edison, OH - David Higgins is more than just a pretty face! He is a military trained, disciplined, hardworking individual with over fifteen years of maintenance experience and he is bringing his cornucopia of expertise to Edison, OH. More
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Nov 14 2007
1,000 NEW VETERAN FRANCHISE OWNERS
Seattle, WA - To date, twelve hardworking, often under appreciated, United States veterans are providing for their families and thriving in today’s economy thanks to the franchise opportunity offered by HomeTask.com and Yellow VAN Handyman. More
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Oct 30 2007
HomeTask Offers Passport Lifestyle
Seattle, WA - HomeTask.com joins other local and national vendors for Yahoo’s booming online campaign. Yahoo! Passport Lifestyle provides select companies with a network in which to advertise their services while eligible employees receive promotional discounts. More
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Oct 24 2007
“Openly Reviewed – Honestly Approved”
Seattle, WA - HomeTask passes recent satisfaction report with four stars – literally
In a recent survey conducted by Franchise Business Review (a national franchise market research firm), one company’s results really stood out to me – HomeTask.com. More
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Oct 12 2007
Isolation or Armor – You Decide
Seattle, WA - Whatever your decision, if you are involved in franchise licensing, you will not be able to avoid the changes that new technologies are creating for your potential franchisees in the near future. Soon you will need to determine creative methods for even communicating with these folks because phone, email and direct mail will not be an option.
I have said for a long time that each step forward in technology draws us apart as people. More
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Oct 10 2007
HomeTask Offers Passport Lifestyle
Seattle, WA - HomeTask.com joins other local and national vendors for Yahoo’s booming online campaign. Yahoo! Passport Lifestyle provides select companies with a network in which to advertise their services while eligible employees receive promotional discounts. More
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Oct 8 2007
Action Steps: Secure HomeTask.mobi - check
Seattle, WA - HomeTask.com founder and CEO warns franchise industry of the need to proactively secure their respective .mobi domain name with the following insightful article released 10/8/2007 by the International Franchise Association (IFA):
You may not play games, download ring tones, sent text messages, get driving directions, check the NYT’s, stream music or watch YouTube on your wireless device but according to Business Week 24.3 billion people will be by 2009. More
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Oct 2 2007
Practical Tips for Landlords
Virginia Beach, VA - With the subprime lending crisis making it harder to get a mortgage, rental demand is increasing.
That has spurred many people to explore the financial benefits of being a landlord. Membership in the National Association of Residential Property Managers in Virginia Beach, Va., has increased by more than 20 percent in the past year.
Some new landlords have entered the business because they couldn't sell their homes and needed to find a tenant, while others are deliberately acquiring properties at below previous market prices.
Here are some important tips for landlords:
Don’t overpay for a property or expect to get back everything you’ve invested. More
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Sep 30 2007
HomeTask's Yellow VAN Handyman Team Helps Widowed Mother
Bellingham, WA - When Stephanie Chase’s husband, Matt, was killed in a snowboarding accident in 2006, the Bellingham, Wash., woman was left with the daunting task of providing for her two young sons and running a household as a single parent.
Her mother- and father-in-law, Suzanne and Les Chase, have tried to ease Stephanie’s burden, caring for the children, Broedy and Ryder, every third weekend and doing whatever else they could to help. More
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Sep 26 2007
We Were Right All Along - It Is All About Relationships!
Seattle, WA - I Don’t Do Competitive Bids
By David Lupberger
Competitive bidding is not good for business. Besides the time spent doing an estimate for a job you may not get, there is an additional element that most homeowners are not aware of. More
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Sep 3 2007
Second HomeTask DVD Release
Seattle - HomeTask.com Handyman Service announced the release of their second DVD this month.
This two minute presentation is an all encompassing look into what it takes to become a HomeTask.com Franchise Partner. More
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Sep 2 2007
HomeTask Introduces V.I.P.
Seattle - HomeTask just announced a new program for all of HomeTask Franchisees called, V.I.P. It perceives as an “incentive to make more money!” HomeTask is not only known for enabling peace at home, but also enabling peace in the budget.
“We evaluated the cost to actually support all Franchise Partners and the percentage of increase doesn’t match,” mentioned by HomeTask. More
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Aug 28 2007
First HomeTask Handyman Service Husband/Wife Team
Surrey BC - Over 36 years Combined Experience.
Many customers in the Surrey area already know Arthur Gemperle – he’s their handyman. But now, they’ll have the pleasure of additionally making the acquaintance of his new partner, his wife, Debra Roed. More
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Aug 23 2007
HomeTask Sponsors Paint Out
Seattle - HomeTask sponsored the 6th Annual Seattle Paint Out on Saturday, August 18th. Mayor Greg Nickels make opening remarks at Fire Station #25 on Capitol Hill at 11:00 a.m. before 50 volunteers started painting out graffiti, picking up trash and removing tags from street signs and other properties. More
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Aug 21 2007
HomeTask Mentors Promise Success
Seattle - New Program Launches Growth and Leadership
HomeTask.com launched a unique program August 2007 to further ensure the success of Franchise Partners (FP’s) both new and experienced. This new program involves unparalleled mentor-ship that will allow existing FP’s to invest their experience and knowledge in newly launched FP’s. More
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Aug 20 2007
Cody Ready to Grow HomeTask in Ohio
Clevland - HomeTask.com is proud to announce that is has appointed a new Development Agent in the state of Ohio. Bill Cody, who also owns his own HomeTask franchise, will be striving to see additional franchises open in his state. More
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Aug 18 2007
HomeTask Sponsors Paint Out
Seattle - HomeTask will be sponsoring the 6th Annual Seattle Paint Out on Saturday, August 18th. Mayor Greg Nickels will make opening remarks at Fire Station #25 on Capitol Hill at 11:00 a.m. before volunteers start painting out graffiti, picking up trash and removing tags from street signs and other properties. More
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Aug 14 2007
HomeTask Cares For Family In Need
Seattle - On September 15th, 2007 the HomeTask Cares Foundation in association with Angie’s List.com, will be coming to the aid of a family much in need of assistance. Selected from a list of very worthy applicants one family has been chosen to have their home improvement needs taken care of at no cost. More
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Aug 10 2007
HomeTask and Yellow Van Handyman Services Introduces Handywoman
Seattle - Seattle- HomeTask.com is proud to introduce Christa, the new female handyman caricature. Christa joins her brother, Chris, to be used in marketing to help expand the concept that men are not the only ones who can be handy.
HomeTask is very excited about the launch of Christa, who is a bit smaller and narrower than the original version of Chris that the company has used since the initial branding launch nearly 5 years ago. More
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Aug 7 2007
HomeTask Promotes Profit Clinic for Franchise Partners
Seattle - HomeTask.com announced the release of its Profit Clinic training series along with required follow-up training for all new franchise partners. The purpose of the advanced training series is to maximize the income and earning potential for each of the HomeTask and Yellow VAN Handyman franchise partners. More
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Aug 6 2007
HomeTask Seeks Conservative Niche for new Franchisees
Seattle - HomeTask.com jumps into the Christian radio network with compelling family focus message about business ownership as a franchise partner with HomeTask and its associated brand, Yellow VAN Handyman.
After testing the conservative Christian radio market a few months ago, HomeTask jumped headlong into the space this week by launching a series of new radio promotions targeted at reaching conservative Christian families. More
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Aug 3 2007
Veteran Heroes Honored by HomeTask.com and Yellow VAN Handyman
Seattle - HomeTask.com is proud to honor veterans by requiring only a $7,500 initial franchise fee, a 50% discount on the normal $15,000. Veterans are encouraged to join HomeTask Franchise Partners in 12 states in America and in Canada and own and operate their own professional handyman service.
“We are looking forward to honoring more of America’s Veterans and Public Servants with this special offer.” Jerrod Sessler, Founder/CEO HomeTask.
As a former member of the US Navy, Jerrod Sessler the Founder and CEO of HomeTask, feels it is time to take a major step in showing gratitude to the brave men and women of our country. More
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Jul 30 2007
HomeTask Hosts Regional Franchisor Execs
Seattle - The first Regional Franchise Executive Meeting was held at HomeTask University's Burien Campus on July 19th, 2007. These luncheons bring franchise executives together to build relationships, exchange ideas and leverage expertise within the group. More
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Jul 30 2007
HomeTask Celebrates New SBDC Location, Renton
Seattle - Leaders from the public and private sector partners developing the Renton Small Business Development Center (SBDC) gathered today for a ribbon cutting and opening event of this valuable new community resource. More
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Jul 22 2007
HomeTask Sponsors Pageant Entrant
Seattle - 5-year-old Emalee, crowned Miss American Rose Pageant entrant, heads into State and National competitions this September and November, respectively. The Miss American Rose pageant is based mainly on achievements. More
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Jul 10 2007
Warning: Rising Temps Pose Serious Risks
Seattle - Warning: Rising Temps Pose Serious Risks
Tips to Weather Proof Your Home and Avoid Dangerous Heat
Local heat wave poses serious risks to Seattle residents, being prepared is key. HomeTask Handymen compile list to help residents cope with looming weather conditions. More
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May 26 2007
HomeTask.com in Tampa!
Tampa, FL - HomeTask.com enjoyed their first appearance at the Tampa Home and Patio Show. The Expo was held over the Memorial Day weekend at the Tampa Convention Center in the heart of Tampa, an incredibly beautiful setting on the channel leading into the Gulf of Mexico. More
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Mar 29 2007
HomeTask Team Returns with Great Gains from 2007 IFA Convention
Seattle, WA - Seattle, WA- After returning from the 47th Annual International Franchise Convention and Trade Show in Las Vegas Nevada, the HomeTask Team has begun implementing the strategic growth efforts learned from others in the franchise community. More
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Mar 28 2007
Northwest Women Meet HomeTask Handymen
Seattle - Seattle - HomeTask.com was well received at the 19th annual Northwest Women’s Show at the Qwest Field Events Center in Seattle. Staff members from the HomeTask support center were on hand to answer questions and give out valuable gift cards that will be upgraded from $10 to $50 just for being at the Northwest Women’s Show.
Women were given the chance to meet the men and women of HomeTask and its associated brand, Yellow VAN Handyman, face to face and receive tips on home repair as well as schedule appoints. More
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Mar 22 2007
HomeTask's Service Ranks #1
Seattle, WA - HomeTask Handyman Service Ranks #1
According to the Editors at CitySearch.com
Seattle, WA – For the second consecutive year HomeTask.com has won the Best of City Search Editors Choice Awards in the catagory of home repair. More
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Mar 14 2007
Spokane Meets Premiere Handyman Service at Home & Garden Show
Spokane, WA - HomeTask.com to Attend 2007 Spokane Home & Garden Show
HomeTask and its associated brand, Yellow VAN Handyman, is pleased to announce their participation in the 2007 Spokane Home & Garden Show scheduled for March 30th-April 1st, 2007. More
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Mar 12 2007
HomeTask Attends 2007 Northwest Womens' Show
Seattle - Seattle, WA – March, 2007 HomeTask.com is pleased to announce their participation in the 2007 Northwest Womens' Show scheduled for March 23-25, 2007. The show will be held at the Qwest Field Event Center in Seattle, Washington. More
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Jan 22 2007
New Home for HomeTask.com!
Burien/ Seattle - HomeTask.com makes strategic move from small beginnings opening the way for serious expansion. This month, HomeTask opened its new Customer Support Center and Headquarters in the historic downtown Burien area. More
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Jan 2 2007
Handyman Funnyman Takes On Spokane With Skills and Humor
Spokane, WA - January 2, 2007 Spokane, WA: Dale Lauber has both handyman skills and comedy in his blood. Much like his second cousin, actor Tim Allen (star of the long-running hit series, “Home Improvement”), Dale can find the humor in almost any situation. More
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Dec 27 2006
Professional Handyman To Do Your Dirty Work
Raleigh, NC - Shawn Szewczyk wants to be the guy people turn to when they are stumped. In fact, you could even say it’s in his blood. Shawn, who recently opened his own HomeTask franchise, has begun serving the Raleigh area in the hopes of improving the lives…and homes…of the people who live there.
Shawn, a single dad, has lived and worked in Raleigh for the past 11 years. More
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Dec 20 2006
Artistically Inclined Handyman Ready To Beautify Florida
Tampa, FL - December 20, 2006 Tampa, FL: Tom Neidenfuer has a talent for art and beautification and his canvas is the home. Tom, who recently opened Florida’s first HomeTask franchise, has begun serving the Tampa area in the hopes of bringing everyday art (and joy) into the homes of the people who live there.
Tom, a dedicated family man born and raised in Minnesota, has lived in Tampa for several years. More
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Nov 20 2006
Locals Bring Handyman Service to BC
Seattle/ Vancouver BC - HomeTask.com Expands In Vancouver
HomeTask, home of the Yellow VAN Handyman, the premier handyman service in the US, recently signed a Development Agent franchise agreement with bringing the HomeTask Franchise Opportunity to Vancouver, BC. More
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Nov 16 2006
Tips From A HomeTask Expert on Flood Damage
Snohomish WA/ Nationwide - November 2006 has experienced some record high rainfalls. “The latest rains raised the total for the month to 11.63 inches at Seattle-Tacoma International Airport as of 8 p.m. PST Wednesday, breaking the old record of 11.62 inches set in November 1998, the National Weather Service reported. More
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Nov 14 2006
HomeTask In Good Rankings
Seattle - In today's online world, your website is ineffective unless it can be found by your customers. In the past week HomeTask.com has appeared organically in the some of the top spots on the biggest search engines on the internet. More
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Oct 19 2006
Vancouver Finds Much Needed Handyman Service at Expo
Seattle/ Vancouver BC - Seattle/ Vancouver BC –
HomeTask.com had a great reception over the past week at the Vancouver Home & Interior Design Show™.
With hundreds of vendors from the greater Vancouver area, across Canada and the U.S. More
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Sep 27 2006
Look Out Lone Star State, Here Comes The Yellow VAN Handyman
Universal City, TX - Universal City, TX – Joining the team of rapidly growing HomeTask Franchise Partners across the country, Reza Shahin has become the first Franchise Partner in Universal City Texas.
After finding joy in doing handy projects for friends and family, Reza Shahin decided it was time to take his efforts to the next level and become a HomeTask Franchise Partner, allowing him to have an efficient system to support the hard work he loves to do.
“I really enjoy seeing a job well done and knowing that I have brought joy to the people I have done it for.” says Reza. More
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Sep 21 2006
First East Coast Franchise Partner is Golden
Somerset MA - Somerset, MA – Located in the scenic town of Somerset Massachusetts, Tim Golden brings HomeTask.com's Yellow VAN Handyman Service to cities near Boston Massachusetts as the first east coast Franchise Partner. More
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Sep 20 2006
US Air Force/ NASA Experience Aids Handyman’s Skills
Seattle - Seattle - HomeTask.com Handyman Service announces launch of newest Seattle area franchise partner Rey Mandapat. With his extensive background in the United States Military, more than 21 years in the United States Air Force and NASA, Rey knows a thing or two about being a handyman.
After starting a successful landscaping business Rey and his partner Nancy decided they wanted to expand their horizons to meet more of their customers needs. More
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Aug 10 2006
HomeTask Signs Mr. Innovation As Newest Franchise Partner
Kent/Seattle - Kent, WA – With endless ideas and a vast knowledge of almost everything HomeTask Handyman Service signs Luis Carbajal as Franchise Partner to the Seattle area.
Luis brings an immeasurable amount of life experience and a solution to every problem. More
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Jul 18 2006
Warning: Free Time of Mercer Island Expected to Soar!
Seattle/ Mercer Island - Newest franchise partner Scott Steepleton takes on to-do-lists for Mercer Island residents returning “Free Time” back to its rightful place!
Seattle/ Mercer Island WA- All across Mercer Island, lounging around and spending time with family is expected to escalate, to-do lists are expected to be withered down and completely finished and parents are said to be able to attend all of their children’s weekend or after school events. More
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Jul 17 2006
To-Do Lists Seen Sprinting Through Bellevue in Panicked Frenzy!
Seattle/ Bellevue - Bellevue, WA- “I had no idea how much was going to get done around here. My to-do list just leapt off my fridge and was gone!” said Bellevue resident Mary Happy.
All around Bellevue to-do lists are being eliminated by none other than Tom Flood. More
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Jul 3 2006
HomeTask, Winner of BOC 2006
Seattle - Seattle- HomeTask.com handyman service is awarded the Best of Citysearch 2006 (BOC 2006) - the editorial pick as the premier handyman service in the Seattle area.
Editorial Winners are chosen by Citysearch editors based on their intimate knowledge of each city's scene and trends. More
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Jun 13 2006
Savannah Missouri Features Premier Handyman Service
Savannah, MO - Savannah, MO – The Savannah Missouri Chamber of Commerce listed HomeTask.com as featured business. With more than a hundred members, HomeTask.com's Yellow VAN Handyman Scott Babb is recognized as the business to keep an eye on.
As an active member of the Savannah community, Scott feels it is important to support the local businesses and he is very grateful for the recognition through the Chamber of Commerce website: http://www.savannahmochamber.com. More
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Jun 1 2006
HomeTask.com Launches More Groundbreaking Technology
Seattle - HomeTask.com Yellow VAN Handyman Service, already known for its unparalleled support system for their franchise partners, is set to launch a groundbreaking technology designed to make it even easier to own and operate a HomeTask.com Yellow VAN Handyman franchise.
HomeTask.com teamed up with VaultFarm, to establish a live connection between the HomeTask.com database and the Intuit QuickBooks on-line other wise known in the industry as QBOE.
HomeTask.com is the first to unveil an on-line data collaboration connection with Intuit's QuickBooks On-Line Edition (QBOE). More
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May 26 2006
Playhouse For Charity
Seattle - Seattle - HomeTask.com Yellow VAN Handyman is teaming up with Lowes Hardware in Tukwila WA., to build a children’s playhouse June 17, 2006 to raise money for local children’s museum of Tacoma.
Founder and CEO Jerrod Sessler, lifetime Burien resident, and his company HomeTask.com Yellow VAN Handyman is teaming up with Lowes Hardware store to build and donate a children’s playhouse to local children’s museum for fundraiser auction. More
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May 12 2006
HomeTask Yellow VAN Handyman to Honor US Service Heroes
Seattle - Seattle, WA- HomeTask.com Yellow VAN Handyman Service announces the gifting of HomeTask.com Yellow VAN Handyman Franchises to all United States service heroes in honor of their tireless efforts at home and abroad. More
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May 8 2006
HomeTask Yellow VAN Handyman Service to Make Ground Breaking Announcement to US Service Heroes
Seattle - Seattle- HomeTask.com Yellow VAN Handyman Service is planning on making a ground breaking announcement affecting the lives of our countries military and service heroes.
Look for the details of the announcement to be released May 12, 2006. More
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May 5 2006
HomeTask Yellow VAN Handyman Service Hole in One with Habitat for Humanity
Seattle - Seattle - HomeTask.com Yellow VAN Handyman services will be a sponsor for the 40th Annual HTLC Golf Tournament to benefit Habitat for Humanity May 15, 2006 - Bear Creek Country Club – Redmond Washington.
HomeTask.com finds it important to give back to the community to enable peace in the lives of as many people as possible. More
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Apr 28 2006
HomeTask Yellow VAN Handyman - a Home Town Hero
Yelm, WA - Seattle/ Yelm, WA – HomeTask.com Yellow VAN Handyman Fred Ryma was featured in the April 21, 2006 edition of the Nisqually Valley News as a home town hero.
Fred is one of HomeTask.com Yellow VAN Handyman's newest handymen and is a rapidly growing in success, proving the uncommon support and established system of HomeTask.com really works. More
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Apr 19 2006
Homeowners 101 for Women
Maple Valley, WA - Handy-Woman Amy Phillips educates women on home maintenance and repair
Amy Phillips, HomeTask.com Yellow VAN Handyman franchise owner, will be teaching Homeowners 101 for women. Ladies get ready to no longer fear the basics of home repair and maintenance. More
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Mar 28 2006
HomeTask Yellow VAN Handyman Service Announces Launch in Yelm Washington
Yelm WA - HomeTask.com Yellow VAN Handyman, the leading provider in quality handyman services, announces the launch of the newest franchise partner in Yelm Washington.
HomeTask.com, an industry leader in handyman services, announces its newest franchise partner Fred Ryma. More
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Mar 28 2006
St. Joseph Missouri to Save Time and Money
St. Joseph MO - HomeTask.com Yellow VAN Handyman Service launches newest location to tackle the to-do-lists of the residents in the greater St. Joseph area.
St Joseph, MO - HomeTask.com, the premier provider in handyman services, announces the launch of its newest location St. More
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Mar 15 2006
HomeTask Yellow VAN Handyman Service helps Seattle’s First Quintuplets
Seattle - Seattle - HomeTask.com Yellow VAN Handyman Services comes to the aid of Seattle’s first quintuplets.
Mike and Courtnee Stevenson have been married five years, with one daughter Lilli, age 3. After the help of fertility procedure brought the couple their first child, Mike and Courtnee turned once again to the procedure to expand their family. More
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Mar 14 2006
HomeTask.com Ranks in the TOP 100 Franchises at the IFA Convention 2006
Seattle - HomeTask.com ranks number 51 out of hundreds of franchise members in the International Franchise Association.
The IFA held their national convention of 2006 in Palm Springs CA this year with record breaking numbers of more than 2006. More
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Mar 13 2006
Seasonal Home Maintenance Planner Saves Money
Seattle - Seattle – HomeTask.com Yellow VAN Handyman services is offering a free assistance for home owners: a seasonal home maintenance planner. This free home inspection check list will enable home owners to prepare maintenance arrangements or make necessary repairs before each season. More
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Feb 12 2006
HomeTask.com partners with International Franchise Association Minority Fran
Seattle - HomeTask.com Yellow VAN Handyman services announces partnership with IFA Minority Fran. Minority Fran is a minority franchisee recruitment program designed to assist IFA members who are interested in expanding their franchise development plans to include the $1.8 trillion multi-cultural market. More
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Dec 17 2005
History of Franchising
Seattle - Franchising dates back to at least the 1850s. One early example resulted in the characteristic look of historic hotels (bars) in New South Wales , with franchising agreements between hotels and breweries. More
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Aug 20 2005
HomeTask Yellow VAN Handyman Licenses 10 Franchises in 1st Year
Seattle - Challenging the odds, HomeTask.com proves a force to be reckoned with in the handyman service industry, signing ten new franchise partners in their first year. Offering an alternative business model, a corporate support center, and on going training has proven to be effective in attracting Yellow VAN Handyman franchise partners and customer alike.
From Covington to Edmonds , Snohomish to Kent , HomeTask.com Yellow VAN Handyman services are expanding their areas south into Salem Oregon . More
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Apr 4 2005
HomeTask Launched Non-Profit Cares Foundation
Seattle - HomeTask.com, Yellow VAN Handyman Franchisor, Helps Maintain Homes of Needy Families
HomeTask.com, the leading provider in quality handyman services, has developed a charitable program which helps the poor and needy in the community. More
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Jul 1 2004
HomeTask.com Yellow VAN Handyman Approved by Government
Seattle - Franchise Opportunities Available for HomeTask.com
HomeTask.com Yellow VAN Handyman, the leading provider in quality handyman services, is offering opportunities to obtain HomeTask franchises throughout the United States . More
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Jan 30 2004
HomeTask.com Unveils New Website
Seattle - HomeTask announced that its new website will be online in March 2004. The leader in providing Handyman Services, HomeTask has built a reputation for providing reliable, on-time and high quality service to its customers.
"This is a major step forward for HomeTask and in fact, the entire handyman industry", stated CEO Jerrod Sessler. More
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