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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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#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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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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Investment |
$197,650 - $222,414
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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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$125,000
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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 |
$125,000
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Allied Systems Dollar Stores-ASI
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Allied System's Dollar Stores is the USA's largest and oldest developer of the Dollar Stores. We develop the premier Dollar Stores in our industry. Superior merchandise, fixtures and store design are our trademarks. |
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Investment |
$65,000 - $199,000
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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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$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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Archadeck - Decks & Gazebos
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A franchise that offers remodeling, construction, sales and services, specializing in custom decks, screened porches and sunrooms. |
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$80,000-$135,000
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ASI Dollar Stores
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Allied System's Dollar Stores is the USA's largest and oldest developer of the Dollar Stores. We develop the premier Dollar Stores in our industry. Superior merchandise, fixtures and store design are our trademarks. |
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$65,000 - $199,000
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ATL Motor Mate
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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 |
$125,000
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Cash Required |
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Best Of Mediterranean - Restaurant & Catering
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Best of Mediterranean® is the first Mediterranean concept in the franchise world nationwide, an operation of a full service restaurant offering authentic Mediterranean cuisine featuring popular Middle Eastern dishes that Americans have grown to appreciate. Each restaurant will offer a menu of Mediterranean and Middle Eastern prepared dishes that include but are not limited to: A variety of salads, soups, appetizers, falafel, kabobs, gyros, vegetarian items, grilled meats, poultry and combination plates. |
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Investment |
$126,300 - $574,700
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Billboard Connection
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These days, there are countless forms of advertising. But there is only one you cannot turn off, throw away or fast forward through: outdoor advertising. That’s why billboards and other outdoor advertising formats continue to be so popular. When you start to look around, you will notice that there are actually many forms of outdoor advertising – billboards, posters, trains & subways, sports stadiums, malls, airports and countless more. And all of them can deliver impressive results. Billboard Connection franchisees can assist businesses with them all. |
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Investment |
$40,000 - $42.000
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Blimpie Subs & Salads
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Quick serve restaurant concept featuring submarine sandwiches & assortment of fresh made salads. International chain of restaurants, serving fresh sliced, high quality meats and cheeses on fresh baked bread. |
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Investment |
$121,321-$496,370
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Build Your Own American Dream Home
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As a Franchise Owner you will advertise through various media to attract customers/clients who desire to build a custom home on their property. Franchise Owner will provide full-service, home-building consulting to your customer/client. Unlike typical custom home-building companies that call all the shots and make all the decisions for the customer/client, The Franchise Owner backed by our three decades of home construction experience, assists and consults with the customer/ client throughout the entire building process. However, the customer/client makes all the decisions concerning the design, construction, subcontractor selections, interior décor and finishing of their dream home. |
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Investment |
$40,000
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Burger King Corporation
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Fast food hamburger restaurants. Home of the Whopper and chicken sandwiches, fish sandwiches, and salads. |
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Investment |
$1,000,000
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Business Alliance - Consultants
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The Business Alliance, Inc., start a rewarding and lucrative career as a Franchise Consultant. You don’t need prior experience in franchising, because we train, certify and support you for the life of your business. At only $19,900, the investment is far less than that required to become a consultant in any other field. Our one-time fee includes everything you need to get started in your new business. By working with us, your entrepreneurial dreams can become a reality! |
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Investment |
$19,900
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Cash Required |
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Carpet Network - Mobile Floorcovering Franchise
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Carpet Network is in a league of its own. In a world of imitations, our franchise opportunity stands apart. Our "Traveling Floor and Window Store"™ concept is coupled with a state-of-the-art mobile van…made bigger and better to accommodate a full spectrum of merchandise for your home-based clients.
Our customers view thousands of carpet, floor and window selections from the comfort of their homes. It doesn't get much better than that! The friendliness of the home shopping experience allows for both long-term relationships and higher closing rates. We simply aim to please! |
| Total
Investment |
$50,585 - $72,385
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Cash Required |
$50,000 / $100,000 Networth
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Charley's Grilled Subs
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Charley's popular menu features freshly grilled Steak and Chicken Subs, fresh-cut fries and old-fashioned fresh squeezed lemonade. All orders are made-to-order fresh, right in front of each guest. |
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Investment |
$127,500-$513,500
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Cash Required |
$100,000 - Net Worth $300,000
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Chem-Dry
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Chem-Dry offers a unique, patented process which utilizes a non-toxic cleaning solution in conjunction with carbonation. Chem-Dry specializes in the hard-to-clean stains such as red dye, gum, grease, oil, indelible ink, pet stains and odors, etc. |
| Total
Investment |
$20,950
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