The 100 Best Recession-Proof Businesses
These top franchise brands have the highest owner satisfaction and the greatest potential to perform well. This list includes award-winning franchise companies from many different industry segments, as well as a wide range of investment levels–including a number of businesses you can start with an initial investment (cash required) under $25,000.
FBR surveyed thousands of franchise owners to determine the franchises that rank highest in franchisee satisfaction. Not only do the following companies have outstanding satisfaction among their franchise owners, but they also demonstrate a strong potential to out perform their competitors during challenging economic times.
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100% Chiropractic
100% Chiropractic is a family of full-service wellness clinics offering cutting edge chiropractic care, prenatal and pediatric wellness, massage therapy, and a full line of supreme quality nutritional…
30 Minute Hit
30 Minute Hit is the premier women-only boxing/kickboxing circuit-based fitness program. Their results driven fitness program is targeted to the fastest growing segment of the fitness industry. It has…
360clean
360clean is a health-focused office cleaning service for businesses throughout the United States.
A Place at Home
A Place At Home franchise provides senior-focused care that is comprehensive, consistent, and continuous.
Amazing Athletes
Amazing Athletes uses a multi-sport program designed to benefit children aged 18 mos. to 6 years physically, mentally, socially, and emotionally. Their program introduces the fundamentals of 10 differ…
American Poolplayers Association
The American Poolplayers Association (APA) is the largest amateur pool league in the world with over 250,000 members. With leagues playing in over 13,000 venues across North America, it is the first c…
Anago Cleaning Systems Master Franchise
With over 30 years of experience as a leader in the commercial cleaning franchising industry, Anago Cleaning Systems is recognized as the technology leader in the franchised commercial cleaning indust…
Another Broken Egg
Another Broken Egg Cafe® offers a universally appealing menu of fresh, nutritious dishes that ‘Foodies’ can indulge in every day. Driven by attention to detail – the upscale cafe of…
Any Lab Test Now
Any Lab Test Now provides direct access to clinical, DNA and drug and alcohol lab testing services, as well as phlebotomy and other specimen collection services, through a retail storefront business m…
Assisting Hands
Assisting Hands Home Care grew out of a desire to provide seniors, and others needing non-medical assistance at home to help clients remain independent, safe and comfortable in their own homes. Assist…
ATAX Franchise
ATAX is a full-service national tax and business services franchise.
AtWork Group
AtWork is a national staffing company and one of the largest providers of contingent and permanent workforce solutions in the country.
Auto Appraisal Network
Auto Appraisal Network provides a centralized appraisal report process and national network of certified appraisers to ensure consistent, accurate, and professional appraisals.
Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate
Whether you are buying or selling a home, you can expect a better service experience with Better Homes and Gardens® Real Estate agents before, during and after the transaction.
Checkers & Rally's
Checkers & Rally’s drive-thru restaurants specialize in hamburgers, hot dogs, french fries and milkshakes.
Chicken Salad Chick
Chicken Salad Chick serves more than a dozen scratch-made, southern-style flavors of chicken salad made daily.