With opportunities starting under $10K, you might be surprised how achievable franchise business ownership may be. Review the list below, read more about each opportunity, and complete a franchise information request form for any businesses to learn more about specific franchise opportunities in your local market.
If you’ve thought about being your own boss and want control of your work, finances, and life, MaidPro can offer you two things: a business that fulfills the dream of being your own boss, of ...
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Dream Vacations is a franchise opportunity with over 1,400 people living their entrepreneurship dreams in the travel industry. With our low-cost high-value model that has low overhead and no inventory...
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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...
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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...
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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...
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Soccer Shots is an engaging children’s soccer program with a focus on character development. We positively impact children’s lives on and off the field through our best-in-class coachin...
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Office Pride Commercial Cleaning Services, based in Palm Harbor, Fla., was founded in 1992 and began franchising in 1996. An industry leader, Office Pride is one of the most respected full-service ...
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At Miracle Method, we make ugly bathtubs, tile & countertops beautiful again. Join the #1 ranked Surface Refinishing Company in a Booming Industry! We have the strongest business model in the i...
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Truly Nolen is a leader in the pest management industry and has been proudly building great customer relationships since 1938. Truly Nolen started pest control operations in 1938 and is one of...
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Since 1979, HouseMaster has been helping people with an entrepreneurial spirit (like you!) to start living the lifestyle they’ve always envisioned. While many franchises make promises regardi...
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A business to business service, Payroll Vault is a boutique-style full-service payroll company designed for small business. Payroll is ranked in the Top 3 Outsourced Business Services, and with ove...
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Today, we are the modern version of the printing industry, providing high quality products and services for businesses that go way beyond just ink on paper. Our design, print and marketing centers ...
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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...
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Amada is one of the only senior care companies in North America that provides in-home, non-medical care and assisted living placement consulting services. Through years of experience, we understand...
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Mike Merrick founded Fish Window Cleaning in January 1978. Based on growing demand and his success, Mike realized there was a need for this service in other markets. He used his 20 years of experie...
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Oxi Fresh is the World's Greenest Carpet Cleaning company that services both residential and commercial clients. Oxi Fresh has spent 14 years building the most efficient cleaning systems for ca...
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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...
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At Window Genie, our owners are excited about “Unleashing the Power of the Genie”
As the innovative leader in Home Services, we unleash the power every day around the country ...
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For the past 20 years, Brian Scudamore has been building one of the most successful franchise systems in North America. His concept 1-800-GOT-JUNK? is known for its amazing branding, award winning ...
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Amazing Athletes is a mobile, year-round, educational sports and fitness program that introduces young children to the basic fundamentals of 10 different sports while helping them master 6 key area...
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U.S. Lawns is the largest and fastest-growing franchise dedicated to servicing the commercial segment of the $99 billion landscaping industry. With more than 260 locations in 38 states, we combine ...
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Ranked #1 for residential cleaning, among the Top Low Cost Investments, and the Fastest Growing Residential Cleaning franchise by Entrepreneur magazine, The Maids is the quality leader in the indus...
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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...
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Critter Control® is a nationally recognized brand, the only wildlife management firm with offices coast-to-coast. When it comes to nuisance wildlife, homeowners, businesses and...
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TSS Photography is the nation's leading photography franchise. We specialize in sports, school and event photography services.If you are looking for a flexible, fun, low cost and low overhead f...
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Start Enjoying Your Work Life Again and be the Hero Your Community Needs
Make your dream of loving what you do a reality by owning your own business. Not only can you imp...
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CarePatrol helps families find assisted living and other senior housing options for seniors. We refer our clients to top in home care providers or assisted living communities and receive a handsome...
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The Glass Guru is the "Local Glass, Window, Door, and Shower Experts You Can Rely On!" We are the industry leader in glass REPAIR & REPLACEMENT services for both re...
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NaturaLawn of America’s environmentally friendly approach to lawn care has been creating green lawns quickly, more naturally, and with fewer weeds since 1987 (before “going green”...
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Image One is a national franchise that has grown incredibly since it started to offer franchising opportunities in 2011. There are a few key aspects of the Image One franchise opportunity that are ...
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As one of Entrepreneur’s Franchise 500®, Five Star Painting® is a nationally-recognized brand customers know and trust. With interior and exterior job opportunities, the Five Star pai...
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Founded in 2001, PuroClean has a comprehensive network of 280-plus franchise offices across North America. Known as the “Paramedics of Property Damage®,” PuroClean provides fire and...
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Aire Serv® is a need-based business, and is backed by Neighborly®, the world’s largest home-services franchise. As a Neighborly® company, Aire Serv franchisees benefit from a netw...
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Mr. Appliance®, in operation since 1996, is North America’s largest appliance repair franchise. With longevity comes trust, a recognizable brand, and a loyal customer base. Whether you ar...
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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...
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Assisted Living Locators (ALL) is the E-Harmony of senior care, ‘Matchmaking Seniors with Caring Providers for Over a Decade’ ™ We offer a no-cost senior placement and referral se...
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Executive Image offers commercial cleaning, janitorial, grounds keeping, construction cleaning, floor care, and other related building services. Founded by Blake Clements, our CEO, our company is c...
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Since 1983 we've helped people like you reach for their dreams. Our low prices make starting a Heaven's Best franchise affordable, and our product quality makes for satisfied customers.
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FPC (F-O-R-T-U-N-E Personnel Corporation) is a leading Executive Recruitment Franchise.
FPC franchise owners and their recruiters are vital to helping hire the top 10% of proven performer...
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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....
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ATAX is a full-service national tax preparation and business services franchise. We are proud to serve clients in both English and Spanish.
We offer many services to help you with your pe...
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Qualicare’s founders, a husband and wife team dealing with their own family crisis taking care of a parent diagnosed with ALS, spent years working with over 40 specialists and individuals. Th...
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To determine the best low-cost franchises, Franchise Business Review surveyed over 15,000 franchisees from 160 of today’s leading franchise brands to determine the best low-cost franchises, based 100 percent on franchisee satisfaction. Each survey participant was asked 33 benchmark questions about their franchisor that focused on areas such as leadership, training, and core values as well as 16 more personal questions concerning their business lifestyle and overall enjoyment of running their franchise. This year 100 brands made Franchise Business Review's Top Low-Cost Franchises award list.
Every year, Franchise Business Review surveys thousands of franchisees from hundreds of leading franchise brands to gauge franchisee satisfaction and performance — and to compile our lists of the top-rated franchises. Our independent franchisee satisfaction reviews measure the health of franchise systems that participate in our research, based exclusively on the feedback of franchise owners... the real experts!
Not all brands willingly open their doors to an independent research firm like Franchise Business Review, but those who do can offer investors, like you, a wealth of information on the system’s leadership, culture, training and support, financial outlook and franchisee community.
Learn more about FBR’s survey and research methodology.
If you don’t have the savings to pay for a low-cost franchise out of pocket, financing options can help. There are several options you’ll want to consider:
Low-Doc SBA Business Loans: An alternative for those searching for smaller amounts of capital, these loans offer you the same benefits as SBA Loans (guaranteed by the Small Business Administration (SBA) and lent by banks) with a shorter turn-time.
401 (K) Business Financing: You can use up to 100 percent of funds from an existing retirement account to buy or start a small business or franchise without taking a taxable distribution or getting a loan.
Unsecured Loans: You don't need collateral to qualify for these loans, which can happen in just three weeks. They are a great option if you need a fast funding solution. If you have a high credit score, banks and credit unions are good sources for unsecured loans. If your credit score is lower than the required range for banks and credit unions, consider a third party lender.
Portfolio Loans: Security-backed loans allow you to take a loan using a financial portfolio, such as a mutual fund, as collateral. There are several potential advantages to doing so. First, you can leave your portfolio in place, which enables it to grow. Second, because the loan is backed by your portfolio’s value, the interest charged will be lower than for an unsecured loan. It is important to note that the risk of borrowing against the value of your securities is that if your investments fall in value, the money borrowed will emphasize your losses.
Family and Friends: For low-cost franchise loans, you may be able to turn to family and friends for assistance in getting started.
To help keep your startup costs low, talk to franchise companies about potential discounts or financing options they may provide. Some companies will let you finance a portion of the initial franchise fees over time and many offer special incentives to military veterans and other special groups such as first responders.
