Local business owners of Five Star Painting of Cincinnati earn top honor as Franchise of the Year. Five Star Painting of Cincinnati Award Presented at Neighborly's 2025 Reunion Conference in Nashville, Celebrating Exceptional Franchise Leadership and Customer Service Five Star Painting of Cincinnati, led by local owners Colin and Ashley Nellis, has been recognized as the Five Star Painting franchisee of the Year at the 2025 Neighborly Conference in Nashville, honoring their exceptional leadership, customer service, and commitment to excellence across the Cincinnati community. Learn more at https://www.fivestarpainting.com/cincinnati/. Cincinnati, OH, Nov. 05, 2025 (GLOBE NEWSWIRE) - Colin and Ashley Nellis, owners of Five Star Painting of Cincinnati, have received the prestigious Five Star Painting Franchise of the Year Award at Neighborly's 2025 Conference in Nashville, Tennessee. This award recognizes franchise owners for their commitment to exceptional business growth, customer service, and team leadership. Five Star Painting of Cincinnati - Owners, Colin and Ashley Nellis "Receiving the Franchise of the Year Award from Five Star Painting is a tremendous honor," said Colin Nellis. "This award reflects our commitment to our customers, placing their needs at the forefront of everything we do. As the best painter Cincinnati has to offer, our success stems from respect, integrity, and a genuine desire to exceed expectations. We're proud of our dedicated team and their commitment to providing the best possible experience for our customers every day." The Franchise of the Year Award also acknowledges owners who positively impact their communities through service and leadership. David Sutter, President of Five Star Painting, commended the Nellis' dedication to excellence. "This award reflects Colin and Ashley's commitment to their business, team, and community. They embody Five Star Painting's core values, consistently going above and beyond to deliver outstanding service and customer satisfaction. We are proud of their accomplishments and the example they set for our entire system." Since opening their franchise in 2016, the Nellis' have built a reputation for professionalism and reliability. They specialize in interior painting and exterior painting in Cincinnati, offering high-quality residential and commercial painting services. Their commitment to excellence extends beyond Cincinnati, serving Mason, Loveland, West Chester, Indian Hill, Blue Ash, and Montgomery. Nellis added, "We believe in treating every homeowner and their property with respect. Our skilled professionals are dedicated to ensuring that each project reflects our values and meets the expectations of our clients."

Private investment firm strengthens position in the home services sector with key acquisitions across multiple marketsNEW YORK, March 4, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Franchise Equity Partners (FEP), a private investment firm committed to forging long-term partnerships with quality franchisees and franchisors, marked a year of significant growth in 2024 with expansion in the home services sector. Through its partnership with Reliable Residential HoldCo ("Reliable Residential"), FEP expanded its footprint by acquiring multiple Precision Garage Door ServiceÔ franchise operations in Orlando, Ocala, and Jacksonville, Florida, as well as Tulsa, Oklahoma, reinforcing its position within the Neighborly® network. In addition, FEP extended its reach into the plumbing sector with Mr. Rooter and broadened its garage door service portfolio with the purchase of Smokey's Garage Door in Phoenix.With this rapid growth, Reliable Residential has promoted Carlos Morales to Chief Executive Officer. In his new role, Morales will oversee operations across all brands under Reliable Residential, ensuring seamless integration and operational efficiency as the company scales.Florida ExpansionIn December of 2023, FEP acquired Precision Garage Door Service Ô operations in Orlando and Ocala, Florida, and commenced integration and enhancement in January 2024, adding to Reliable Residential's existing presence in Clearwater. This expansion positions the brand to meet rising demand in Central Florida, a region experiencing strong population growth and increasing homeowner service needs."Our expanded investment in Reliable Residential strengthens our footprint in Florida and aligns with our strategy to support high-performing operators in the home services space," said Mike Esposito, Co- Founder and Managing Partner of FEP.Building on this momentum, FEP acquired Precision Garage Door ServiceÔ in Jacksonville in March 2024, further advancing its strategic investment in Florida

Home services franchisor makes history with all brands earning a spot on rankings for the first time, with seven brands securing the No. 1 position in their respective categoriesWACO, Texas, Jan. 14, 2025 /PRNewswire/ -- Neighborly ®, the world's largest home services company, today announced all 19 of its North American brands were recognized among the top 500 franchises in Entrepreneur's Franchise 500®, the world's first and most comprehensive franchise ranking. This marks the first time in Neighborly's history that all its brands have been named to this prestigious list. This award is a testament to the unwavering commitment and support of the company's North American franchise owners."What makes this achievement truly special is the collective success of all our brands earning this incredible recognition," said Mike Davis, Chief Executive Officer, Neighborly. "This milestone would not have been possible without the dedication, hard work, and perseverance of our franchise owners