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Companies listed in this section are among the Top 500 Franchises. They are the leaders in their respective franchise industries. They are among the Top 500 Franchises based on their financial strength and stability, growth rate and size of the system. They have mastered the techniques for their success and have demonstrated their ability to make their franchisees a success as well. Top 500 Franchises like AAMCO Transmissions, General Nutrition Centers (GNC), Minuteman Press, Blimpie Subs & Salads, and WSI Internet are the giants in their respective franchise industries and have a sterling track record.
Please note that the list of Top 500 Franchises is not intended to endorse, promote or validate any particular franchise. It is merely a research instrument you can use to compare franchise system and operation. We emphasize that you should always conduct your own independent due diligence before you invest your capital in any of the Top 500 Franchises or any franchise or business for that matter. Read the UFOC and the Franchise Agreement or any other related material carefully. Get needed help from a franchise attorney or franchise consultant and CPA and very methodically review any and all legal documents. Please click on the green button to receive more franchise information for any of the Top 500 Franchises listed below.
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Alphabetical Franchise Company Listings
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$25,000
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#1 Internet Franchise WSI
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Over a decade of successful franchising and another new record; WSI ranks among the Top 50 companies listed in the 2006 Entrepreneur Magazine's Annual Franchise 500 - the franchise industry's equivalent of the Fortune 500 public index. For the sixth consecutive year, WSI has maintained its position as the world's #1 Internet and Technology Services Franchise.
WSI also holds the singular distinction as the only Canadian company in the Entrepreneur Magazine's list of Top Ten Global franchises offering international opportunities. |
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$49,900
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1-800 Water Damage
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1-800-WATER DAMAGE Provide emergency water damage services to home and business owners. Water damage restoration services are provided by 1-800-WATER DAMAGE technicians and include on-call, emergency water damage service - available 24 hours a day, 7 days a week. Since founded in the early 90's, we have maintained a proud reputation for speed, integrity, ethics, ambition, and premium customer service. Because of this, we have become one of the largest water damage restoration companies in the nation. With multiple franchises located throughout the United States , we have the resources, manpower, equipment and expertise to get the job done - quickly and effectively. |
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$161,000-$172,500
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1-800-DryClean
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More Americans used to take the "do-it-yourself" approach, but the growing trend is to hire it done. Convenience is king. There are more two-income households, more super-busy families, more hard working, career-minded people who need the services others provide just to make life manageable. How many of these busy people would say "yes" if asked, "Would you like us to pick up and deliver your dry cleaning and we won't charge you for the service?" All those "yes" people are your potential customers ... repeat, year-round customers. Owning a 1-800-DryClean business is easy. You don't have to own or lease a building or buy inventory. With a delivery van, a territory, and the famous blue bags, you're on your way! Welcome to life on your terms. You can be free from working inside all day and the dos and don’ts that come with being employed by someone else. |
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$59,800 - $78,950
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360Clean - Janitorial Service
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360clean, Commercial Janitorial Service, provides an exceptional business opportunity, allowing you to become your own boss in a growing industry through the guidance and support of an established franchise organization. Additionally, it's a business that can fit your individual situation. You can start on a part-time or full-time basis and build the business to achieve your goals. The primary objectives of 360clean are Facility Image, Infection Control and Safety. We design and tailor cleaning programs to meet individual needs, while guaranteeing that your facility will be impeccably clean and aesthetically impressive. Our goal is to make your facility 360clean. |
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$50,000
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7-11 Convenience Store
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7-Eleven offers an extended hour, retail convenience store, providing groceries, take out foods and beverages, dairy products, non-food merchandise, specialty items and selected services which emphasize convenience to the customer. |
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Varies by store and state
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7-Eleven
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7-Eleven offers an extended hour, retail convenience store, providing groceries, take out foods and beverages, dairy products, non-food merchandise, specialty items and selected services which emphasize convenience to the customer. |
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Varies by store and state
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AAMCO Transmissions
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AAMCO Transmissions is the World's Largest Chain of Transmission Specialists with nearly 40 years of experience. Nationally recognized by 98% of the driving public, AAMCO Transmissions is the undisputed industry leader. Transmission repair is a $3.6 billion business in the United States. AAMCO Transmissions continues to enjoy record-breaking success in the ever-expanding automotive after-market. |
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$197,650 - $222,414
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Adventures In Advertising
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| Adventures In Advertising (AIA) is a network of franchised and affiliated promotional marketing distributorships throughout the United States. The independently-owned and operated offices develop strategic marketing and promotional solutions for organizations of all sizes using top-quality branded products and creative techniques. We take pride in our corporate values of integrity, customer focus, creativity, diversity and teamwork. Distributors joining the AIA network enjoy the peace of mind that comes with keeping their branding and customer relationships (and ownership!) intact while having the full support of a solid, yet dynamic, service partner. This is a unique Business-to-Business sales opportunity in the promotional products industry. |
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Investment |
$50,000
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Aero-Colours
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AERO COLOURS®, Inc. has been delivering high-quality mobile auto touch-up and paint repair service since 1985. Our expertise and value sets our service apart from our competitors. If you are looking for a fast, quality repair, at a cost-effective price, AERO COLOURS has the know-how to do it right. |
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Investment |
$66,400 - $175,400
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AIM Mail Centers
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AIM Mail Centers, based in Irvine, California, has developed a unique and AIM-azing opportunity designed especially for motivated professionals. AIM Mail Centers are complete postal and business service centers, providing up to 30 different products and services, including shipping, packaging, faxing, notary, mail box rental, photocopy, business cards, office supplies and much, much more. |
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$119,950 - $192,000 includes working capital
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All Tune & Lube
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Our multi-branded Franchise Centers Offer Total Car Care to the motoring public. This innovative concept provides the franchise owner with Three Times the Potential Under One Roof. |
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$160,000
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All Tune Transmission
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Our multi-branded Franchise Centers Offer Total Car Care to the motoring public. This innovative concept provides the franchise owner with Three Times the Potential Under One Roof. |
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Investment |
$160,000
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Aloette Cosmetics
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Skin care and cosmetics company. Aloette's technologically advanced alpe vera skin care system and cutting edge color blends are available only thru it's franchise network in US and Canada. |
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$30K - $50K
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Alphagraphics - Printing & Copying
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The Alphagraphics Network of more than 340 centers is the leading provider of print-related and digital publishing services for businesses worldwide. All Alphagraphics digital centers, in more than 20 countries, offer design, copying, offset, digital printing services and web site design including secure, online ordering web site for customers. Alphagraphics, Inc. is ISO 9002 certified and new franchisees are required to achieve certification in their first year of operation. |
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Investment |
$319,900-$535,900
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Alta Mere - Toys For Your Car
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Alta Mere offers a complete auto aftermarket line of accessories including auto security, video, GPS and paint protection. In addition, we offer residential and automotive window tinting. |
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$143,700 - $166,882
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American Business Registries
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Imagine you, the owner of a marketing vehicle so powerful and effective, that local professionals may actually fear being left out of your service! This is the reality happening right now with the SBBR... and you can be a part of it in your area.
The SBBR is a powerful directory that gives the professional community unlimited ability to advertise to the public, showcase knowledge and expertise through articles (advertorials) and "Hot Tips" sections, display references, business card, addresses, phone numbers, Email, web sites, links and more...all on one web page... the "Biz-Card Web Page"!
THERE IS NOTHING LIKE IT PERIOD!
Click HERE for an example. |
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Investment |
$10,000 -$15,000
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Amerispec Home Inspection Service
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Find out why Amerispec conducts more than 150,000 inspections annually and is Number One in North America. Smart entrepeneurs have found that AmeriSpec's proven technical, marketing, risk and business managenent trainigng, and the proprietary technology tools, software and marketing programs are beneficial in building a successful career in the home inspection industry. |
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Investment |
$26,410 - $64,550
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At Work Medical Services
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| Know the freedom of owning your own business with the backing of a national franchise system. @WORK Medical Services offers the best low investment personnel franchise in the industry while allowing you to set prices and control service programs without barriers from the franchisor. The @WORK Medical Services franchise has been designed to hold costs down for the franchise office and assist in marketing to the end client. |
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$59,500-$105,000
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At Work Personnel Services
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| For over a decade, AT WORK Personnel Services has built upon its core foundation of meeting and exceeding the needs and expectations of people seeking employment opportunities as well as clients seeking a full service partner to assist with their company's staffing needs. By providing temporary, temp-to-hire, pay rolling and full time placement services, AT WORK Personnel Services is committed to offering flexible employment solutions and the highest level of service available today. |
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$70,995-$114,995
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