Franchising Insights

You don’t have to choose between motherhood and entrepreneurship. Today’s mompreneurs balance work and family, love what they do, and have the business savvy to make a profit. If you're considering starting a business, learn which franchise opportunities set mompreneurs up for success.

In this episode of the podcast, we announce our Top Franchises for Women in 2026. With surveys from 8,550 female franchisees across nearly 330 brands, we've determined the best franchises to own for women. We break down the data for you. 

The landscape of entrepreneurship is changing, and women are leading the charge. More and more female entrepreneurs are finding success in franchising, leveraging structured business models and supportive networks to build thriving businesses. Franchise Business Review's list of Top Franchises for Women in 2026 is a valuable research tool for female entrepreneurs seeking a new venture. All 100 franchise brands on this year's list are excellent choices for female investors, according to satisfaction data from actual female franchise owners.

Watch this 20-minute conversation where Army Veteran Alice Garcia shares her experience as a Real Property Management franchisee. Real Property Management is part of the Neighborly family of brands.

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Exploring franchise ownership is a powerful way for underrepresented entrepreneurs to build generational wealth. But it can feel daunting without the right support and information.