College H.U.N.K.S. Hauling Junk & Moving® Closes First Half of 2026 with New Franchise Growth, Lays Groundwork for More Development
College H.U.N.K.S. expands its franchise network and prepares for more growth in key U.S. markets.
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College H.U.N.K.S. Hauling Junk & Moving® reports closing the first half of 2026 with notable franchise growth, signing two new franchise agreements and a franchise resale. The brand aims to enhance its franchise sales experience and plans to expand further by prioritizing 15 open markets in the U.S, including Phoenix and New Orleans.
Why It Matters
This indicates potential opportunities for franchisees in the prioritized territories, while also suggesting strengthened franchisee support and infrastructure that could enhance unit economics.
College H.U.N.K.S. Hauling Junk & Moving® has made notable strides in its expansion during the first half of 2026, signing two new franchise agreements and completing one franchise resale, which signifies a commitment to growth across North America. Heading into the second half of the year, the company has revamped its franchise development strategy, led by newly appointed Director of Franchise Development, Eric Osborne. His leadership is expected to bolster the brand's efforts significantly.
In the first quarter, the brand focused on securing new franchisees, and in the second quarter, it concentrated on enhancing its franchise sales infrastructure. This included launching a revamped franchise sales process, creating a new website, and updating marketing materials to improve the overall experience for potential franchisees. According to Osborne, “The first half of this year was about setting a strong foundation. We signed great new partners in Q1, and we used Q2 to rebuild our sales process, our website and our marketing materials from the ground up.”
College H.U.N.K.S. is targeting 15 specific open markets across the U.S. for future expansion, which includes areas like Phoenix, Las Vegas, Salt Lake City, Cleveland, Indianapolis, and New Orleans. The company seeks to attract motivated, growth-oriented entrepreneurs to join its franchise system. Co-founder Nick Friedman noted, "Growth has always been part of our DNA, but how we grow matters just as much as how fast." This suggests that the brand is focused not only on expanding its unit count but also on ensuring long-term success for its franchise partners.
