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The Best Low-Cost Franchises to Buy

These Top Low-Cost Franchises are among the best affordable business opportunities available today. 

Franchise Business Review surveyed over 11,000 franchisees from 135 low-cost franchise brands to identify the 50 best low-cost franchises based on ratings and reviews from the people who know best—franchise owners. 

These 50 award-winning brands all have an investment level starting under $100K, and with multiple opportunities starting under $10K, you might be surprised how achievable franchise business ownership may be. More importantly, the ​​franchises that made this year’s list of the Top Low-Cost Franchises have average owner satisfaction 15% higher than our industry benchmark.

If you are looking for a low-cost business opportunity, the franchises on this list are all excellent options to consider. Click on the companies that interest you to request more detailed information about the franchise opportunity.  

Top 50 Low-Cost Franchises of 2022

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Learn More About Visiting Angels
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Visiting Angels

Senior Care

We are America's Choice in Senior Home Care. We offer non-medical services to Seniors. Visiting Angels has been fine-tuning our systems throughout the past two decade...

Investment: $84,085
Cash Required: $59,950

Learn More of Visiting Angels

Learn More About Premier Pools & Spas
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Premier Pools & Spas

Home Services

Premier Pools & Spas (PPAS), the No. 1 and fastest-growing pool builder in the world, has offered franchising opportunities since 2014, onboarding entrepreneurs who share a common goal of provi...

Investment: $48,000
Cash Required: $10,000

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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 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

Learn More of MaidPro

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 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 WOW 1 DAY PAINTING
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WOW 1 DAY PAINTING

Home Services

For the past 30 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 ...

Investment: $63,500
Cash Required: $50,000

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Learn More About Soccer Shots
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Soccer Shots

Child Services

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...

Investment: $43,000
Cash Required: $20,000

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Learn More About Spoiled Rotten Photography
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Spoiled Rotten Photography

Child Services

Picture yourself in a career capturing smiles and making memories! Join a franchise family that will help you build a thriving photography business that gives you amazing work/life balance.

...

Investment: $33,500
Cash Required: $35,000

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Learn More About Heaven's Best Carpet Cleaning
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Heaven's Best Carpet Cleaning

Cleaning & Maintenance

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.

...

Investment: $55,560
Cash Required: 22,500

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Learn More About New Again Houses
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New Again Houses

Real Estate

You want to build a real business, not just a second job. If you want to build a business that makes a difference in your life and the community, you will need professional lead generation, capital...

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

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Learn More About Payroll Vault
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Payroll Vault

Financial & Tax

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...

Investment: 38,875
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 SYNERGY HomeCare
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SYNERGY HomeCare

Senior Care

Today, you stand at the brink of a home care industry that is poised for exponential growth. Currently there are more than 50 million seniors aged 65 or older in the United States, and through the ...

Investment: $44,286
Cash Required: $50,000

Learn More of SYNERGY HomeCare

Learn More About Amazing Athletes
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Amazing Athletes

Child Services

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...

Investment: $33,100
Cash Required: $30,000

Learn More of Amazing Athletes

Learn More About Footprints Floors
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Footprints Floors

Home Services

Own a flooring installation company that puts the emphasis on quality customer service...without laying a single piece of flooring yourself! 

Earn huge profits with a flooring franch...

Investment: $78,505
Cash Required: $75,000

Learn More of Footprints Floors

Learn More About Mr. Appliance
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Mr. Appliance

Home Services

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...

Investment: $78,925
Cash Required: $85,000

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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 Gotcha Covered
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Gotcha Covered

Home Services

You’re obviously dreaming of something more out of your life- more income, more flexibility in your schedule, more time with family and friends, more meaning, more challenge, more equity in y...

Investment: $87,560
Cash Required: $10,000-$15,000

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Learn More About Miracle Method Surface Refinishing
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Miracle Method Surface Refinishing

Home Services

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...

Investment: $84,500
Cash Required: $85,000 - $90,000

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Learn More About The Glass Guru
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The Glass Guru

Home Services

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...

Investment: $73,555
Cash Required: $73,555

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Learn More About Oasis Senior Advisors
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Oasis Senior Advisors

Senior Care

Oasis Senior Advisors is a home-based, scalable concept with high growth potential, recession resilience, and a low investment / low overhead business model that allows owners to control their own ...

Investment: $64,890
Cash Required: $40,000

Learn More of Oasis Senior Advisors

Learn More About Crestcom International
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Crestcom International

Business Services

Other leadership organizations focus on information.
Crestcom is all about transformation.

Crestcom is a trusted leadership training partner for firms ranging from...

Investment: $86,500
Cash Required: $86,500

Learn More of Crestcom International

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:

Learn More of The N2 Company

Learn More About A Place At Home
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A Place At Home

Senior Care

A Place At Home was co-founded in 2012 by two childhood friends, Dustin Distefano and Jerod Evanich in Omaha, Nebraska. After several attempts at finding acceptable care for their loved ones, they ...

Investment: $84,185
Cash Required: $50,000

Learn More of A Place At Home

NextHome

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

Weed Man

Services
Investment: $69,490
Cash Required: $60,000

Dream Vacations-CruiseOne

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

American Poolplayers Association

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

Fastest Labs

Services
Investment: $91,150
Cash Required: $75,000

Rhea Lana's

Retail
Investment: $20,550
Cash Required: $15,000

Weichert Real Estate

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

Auto Appraisal Network

Automotive
Investment: $16,700
Cash Required: $3,000-$10,000

Aire-Master of America

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

JFE Franchising

Food
Investment: $20,749
Cash Required:

Surface Specialists Systems

Home Services
Investment: $43,200
Cash Required: $25,000

Kitchen Solvers

Home Services
Investment: $99,472
Cash Required: $30,000

Complete Weddings and Events

Services
Investment: $67,270
Cash Required: $50,000

Dryer Vent Squad

Home Services
Investment: $47,000
Cash Required: 35,000

Network in Action

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

Property Damage Appraisers

Services
Investment: $20,300
Cash Required: $20,300 -$41,950

Junk King

Services
Investment: $89,000
Cash Required: $50,000-$75,000

HomeSmart International

Real Estate
Investment: $65,500
Cash Required: $20,000

Showhomes Home Staging

Real Estate
Investment: $77,400
Cash Required: $30,000 - $100,000

Shine Window Care & Holiday Lighting

Services
Investment: $106,900
Cash Required:

YESCO

Business Services
Investment: $64,300
Cash Required: $60,000

We Insure

Financial & Tax
Investment: $27,500
Cash Required: $25,000 - $85,000

United Country Real Estate

Real Estate
Investment: $10,875
Cash Required: $15,000 - $20,000

Unishippers

Business Services
Investment: $55,000
Cash Required:

FBR’s Survey and Research Methodology

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.

Financing Options for Low-Cost Franchises

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.

Request free information about financing your franchise purchase. 

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