AN INVITATION FROM A PUBLISHER

Own your city's media brand.

Becoming a City Lifestyle publisher means owning a real business, becoming the most connected person in your city, and building an asset. We handle design, printing, distribution, and tech. You handle the relationships. Most publishers launch in 6 to 8 weeks.*
SEE IF YOUR MARKET IS AVAILABLE

*Timing varies by market and effort.

REAL OWNERS. REAL stories.

They started exactly where you are.

Behind every City Lifestyle market is an owner who many times had never worked in media. Realtors, insurance agents, corporate leaders, parents going back to work. Hear how they built it, in their own words.

WILL RIVERA
Former Sales VP

Franchise Owner since 2022
Dripping Springs City Lifestyle
Texas

‍Jake & Tiffany Slowinski
Former sales executives

Franchise Owners since 2019
Multiple City Lifestyle Publications
New Jersey

TARA BOVE
Former healthcare Director

Franchise Owner since 2022
Boerne Lifestyle
Texas

Ready to see what's possible?
See if we're the right partner.

Schedule a brief call to discuss your goals and see if a City Lifestyle franchise is the right next step for you. Tap the calendar to select a time that fits your schedule.
Recurring Revenue
Sustainable Income Model

Build a consistent income stream through long-term partnerships,
not just one-off transactions.
Turnkey System
No Experience Needed

We handle the layout, printing, and shipping so you can focus on what matters: connecting the community.

What makes someone successful?

SEE IF YOU'RE A FIT
TAKE OUR QUIZ

You're a Relationship Builder.

You understand that business happens face-to-face. You are ready to leverage your network to build a client base, leaving the editorial work to us.

You're Results-Driven.

You aren't looking for a hobby. You have clear financial goals and the drive to build a scalable asset that generates real return on investment.

You Value Autonomy.

You are ready to trade the corporate 9-to-5 for a schedule you control. You want the freedom to prioritize family and life without capping income.

You Care About Community Impact.

You want to be a central figure in your community’s success, helping local businesses grow and championing the stories that define your city.

You're Open to Growth.

You are coachable and ready to execute a proven system. You bring the local hustle; we provide the national platform and training.

You Want to Build Equity.

You are done building someone else's dream. You are ready to build a saleable business asset that reflects your vision and hard work.

A proven system.
Backed by real numbers.

Don't start from zero. When you launch your market, you leverage the platform, reputation, and buying power of the fastest-growing media company in the country.
YOUR BUSINESS
Franchise entry cost is among the lowest in the industry
6–8 WEEKS
Typical speed to launch the business
$250k
Average annual publisher income*‍
Inc. 5000
Fastest-growing company
8 of the last 9 years
2 million
Monthly circulation, more than Vogue, Newsweek and Vanity Fair
$136k
Median reader household income, the demographic local businesses pay most to reach
250+

Communities Represented Nationwide

38

States with a City Lifestyle Magazine, Including Hawaii

40+

Average Number of Magazines Launched Annually

11,000+

Total Local Businesses Connected to City Lifestyle

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Where You Can Find Us

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This is your moment.

The only thing standing between you and the life you want is taking the first step.
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Disclaimer: This web site and the franchise sales information on this site do not constitute an offer to sell a franchise. The offer of a franchise can only be made through the delivery of a franchise disclosure document. Certain states require that we register the franchise disclosure document in those states. The communications on this web site are not directed by us to the residents of any of states. Moreover, we will not offer or sell franchises in those states until we have registered the franchise (or obtained an applicable exemption from registration) and delivered the franchise disclosure document to the prospective franchisee in compliance with applicable law.

During the calendar year ended December 31, 2022, the average commission paid to 66 publishers with a single magazine was $118,234. Of those 66 publishers, 26 publishers (40%) met or exceeded the average commissions, which ranged from $413,358 to $33,493 per publisher. “Commissions” is equal to the total cash received for each magazine minus the costs. There is no assurance, however, that you will do as well. See Item 19 of the FDD for more information.

*This number may increase due to travel costs, elective services, local labor costs, etc.