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Best Second Career Franchise Opportunities

Not Ready to Retire? Here are 50 Top Franchises for Senior Professionals and Pre-Retirees.

Whether you are looking for a new challenge or an additional stream of income, franchising can pave the way to a second career that offers autonomy, flexibility, and desirable income. 

While some business owners invest in franchises that reflect the type of work they did in their corporate jobs, others choose encore careers that appeal to their personal interests or desire to be a part of a trusted brand. Our annual Franchise Business Review Top Franchises Guide is a great place to start your franchise research. Over the past 18 months, our team has surveyed over 10,000 franchise owners who chose franchising as a second career to find out exactly how satisfied they are with their franchise business. 

2020 Top Franchises for Second Careers 

Our 2020 Top Franchises for Second Careers list represents the best of the best that franchising has to offer and some of the most award-winning franchise opportunities today. 


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Learn More About Kona Ice
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Kona Ice

Food

It’s the beginning of a new day and it’s time for a fresh start. In a year that had most businesses struggling to just survive, Kona Ice has thrived. Many may have felt like global even...

Investment: $127,750
Cash Required: $20,000

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Learn More About Christian Brothers Automotive
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Christian Brothers Automotive

Automotive

Christian Brothers Automotive is more than just vehicle repair. Since its founding in 1982, their goal has been to change the way guests view automotive service. Now more than ever, consumers acros...

Investment: $520,250
Cash Required: $85,000

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Learn More About FASTSIGNS
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FASTSIGNS

Business Services

FASTSIGNS International, Inc. is the leading sign and visual communications franchisor in North America, and is the worldwide franchisor of more than 750 independently owned and operated FASTSIGNS&...

Investment: $234,317
Cash Required: $80,000

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Learn More About Fibrenew
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Fibrenew

Services

Since 1987, we have built and refined a robust franchise business system. This includes the research and development of our proprietary product line, highly specialized techniques, exceptional trai...

Investment: $87,812
Cash Required: $25,000

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Learn More About Pinch A Penny
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Pinch A Penny

Retail

Founded in 1975, Pinch A Penny Pool Patio Spa has grown from one store to more than 250 locations across the Southeastern U.S. and Texas. Priding itself on its superior customer service and experti...

Investment: $334,425
Cash Required: $150,000

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Learn More About Wild Birds Unlimited
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Wild Birds Unlimited

Retail

With a proven business model over 35 years and over 340 locations, Wild Birds Unlimited is the #1, largest and most recognized source for backyard bird feeding and nature related products in North ...

Investment: $197,919
Cash Required: $40,000- $50,000

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Learn More About Cruise Planners, an American Express Travel Representative
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Cruise Planners, an American Express Travel Representative

Travel & Hospitality

Cruise Planners, an American Express Travel Representative, is the largest home-based travel agency franchise in the nation with over 2,500 franchise owners in all 50 states. Cruise Planners franch...

Investment: $2,295
Cash Required: $1,000-$10,995

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Learn More About MaidPro
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MaidPro

Cleaning & Maintenance

The home cleaning industry is growing fast, and MaidPro helps you capitalize on that growth. You’ll lead your team of cleaning professionals, be your own boss, control your future and attain ...

Investment: $94,560
Cash Required: $35,000

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Learn More About 360clean
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360clean

Cleaning & Maintenance

Have you been searching for a franchise opportunity that offers high earning potential, low investment and the ability to run the business from home?  You should consider a 360clean franchise....

Investment: $20,800
Cash Required: $20,000

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Learn More About Snap-on Tools
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Snap-on Tools

Automotive

Snap-on Tools has the #1 market share position in the industry and our tools are universally recognized by professionals as the absolute highest quality tools in the industry. Snap-on franchisees a...

Investment: $175,146
Cash Required: $38,126-$54,288

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Learn More About MY SALON Suite
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MY SALON Suite

Health & Beauty

Salon suite franchise opportunities are perfect for entrepreneurially-minded individuals who want to either grow their current business ventures or explore franchising as a business option. The sal...

Investment: $680,000
Cash Required: $250,000

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Learn More About ActionCOACH
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ActionCOACH

Business Services

ActionCOACH is the World’s #1 business coaching firm. Currently, ActionCOACH has nearly than 1,000 coaches in more than 70 countries, and ActionCOACH delivers it's proven business develop...

Investment: $52,000
Cash Required: $75,000 - $150,000

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Learn More About Sandler Training
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Sandler Training

Business Services

At Sandler, we work with people every day who have decided to take control of their destinies. They’re excited about creating a new of kind lifestyle business on their own terms and looking f...

Investment: $101,825
Cash Required: $100,000

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Learn More About PuroClean
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PuroClean

Services

Founded in 2001, PuroClean has a comprehensive network of 300-plus franchise offices across North America. Known as the “Paramedics of Property Damage®,” PuroClean provides fire and...

Investment: $88,755
Cash Required: $55,000

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Learn More About TeamLogic IT
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TeamLogic IT

Technology

TeamLogic IT franchisees provide outsourced IT services and support to small- and medium-sized businesses. This support ranges from day-to-day computer repair and upgrades all the way to the instal...

Investment: $111,218
Cash Required: $60,000

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Learn More About Our Town America
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Our Town America

Advertising & Sales

Since 1972, Our Town America has been connecting local businesses with new movers and helping turn them into loyal, long term customers. As the leaders in New Mover Marketing, we use...

Investment: $63,300
Cash Required: $70,000

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Learn More About Office Pride Commercial Cleaning Services
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Office Pride Commercial Cleaning Services

Cleaning & Maintenance

Office Pride Commercial Cleaning Services, based in Palm Harbor, Fla., is one of the most respected full-service commercial cleaning companies in the nation. Office Pride’s business was built...

Investment: $70,900
Cash Required: N/A

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Learn More About Senior Care Authority
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Senior Care Authority

Senior Care

Senior Care Authority is a "feel good” business in the high demand senior industry that gives franchise owners the opportunity to build a business that is both financially and personally...

Investment: $71,095
Cash Required: $50,000-$150,000

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Learn More About Mr. Electric
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Mr. Electric

Services

Since 1994, Mr. Electric® has specialized in electrical installation and repair for both residential and business customers. Mr. Electric® independently owned and operated franchisees now s...

Investment: $107,900
Cash Required: $50,000

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Learn More About InXpress
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InXpress

Business Services

InXpress franchisees build a residual income business with no retail storefront and no employee requirements to start. InXpress is a business-to-business franchise in the global shipping and logist...

Investment: $79,600
Cash Required: $65,000

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Learn More About The N2 Company
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The N2 Company

Advertising & Sales

The N2 Company offers proven marketing solutions for local businesses while building a strong sense of community in hundreds of markets nationwide. Through hyper-targeted print publications and dig...

Investment: $975
Cash Required:

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NextHome

Real Estate
Investment: $16,250
Cash Required: $4,500 - $8,750

Dream Vacations-CruiseOne

Travel & Hospitality
Investment: $1,795
Cash Required: $3,500

American Poolplayers Association

Sports & Recreation
Investment: $22,936
Cash Required: $22,936

Nothing Bundt Cakes

Food
Investment: $440,800
Cash Required: $150,000

Weichert Real Estate

Real Estate
Investment: $62,500
Cash Required: $25,000

Kampgrounds of America

Sports & Recreation
Investment: $30,250
Cash Required: $500,000 - $3,000,000

Fish Window Cleaning Services

Services
Investment: $102,800
Cash Required: $100,000

Pizza Ranch

Food
Investment: $1,135,500
Cash Required: $400,000-$900,000

Aire-Master of America

Cleaning & Maintenance
Investment: $54,984
Cash Required: $50,000

Tropical Smoothie Cafe

Food
Investment: $277,000
Cash Required: $125,000

Home Instead

Senior Care
Investment: $125,000
Cash Required: $59,000

Freedom Boat Club

Sports & Recreation
Investment: $181,000
Cash Required: $50,000

Network in Action

Business Services
Investment: $25000
Cash Required: $10,000

Orangetheory Fitness

Fitness
Investment: $657,542
Cash Required: $150,000

Motto Mortgage

Financial & Tax
Investment: $57,800
Cash Required: $15,000

Five Star Painting

Services
Investment: $74,730
Cash Required: $50,000

Town Money Saver

Advertising & Sales
Investment: $15,700
Cash Required: $15,000 - $22,500

Walk-On's Sports Bistreaux

Food
Investment: $1,184,000
Cash Required: $500,000-$1,500,000

Bloomin' Blinds

Home Services
Investment: $80,000
Cash Required: $80,000

Budget Blinds

Home Services
Investment: $110,140
Cash Required: $64,950

The Maids

Cleaning & Maintenance
Investment: $64,100
Cash Required: $50,000

HouseMaster

Home Services
Investment: $61,100
Cash Required: $60,000

Mighty Auto Parts

Automotive
Investment: $175,000
Cash Required: $100,000

Expedia Cruises

Travel & Hospitality
Investment: $169,950
Cash Required: $100,000

Bin There Dump That

Services
Investment: $150,000
Cash Required: $75,000-$180,000

Captain D's

Food
Investment: $1,005,600
Cash Required: $350,000

Sanford Rose Associates

Business Services
Investment: $108,250
Cash Required: $108,250

Keller Williams

Real Estate
Investment: $183,230
Cash Required: $150,000

Minuteman Press

Business Services
Investment: $74,904
Cash Required: $50,000


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