Today’s Hottest Franchise Opportunities

On the following pages, you’ll find 10 franchise categories that have taken off in the last year. From old standards like hamburgers and fitness to up-and-coming categories like children’s entertainment, what these 10 industries have in common is growth, and this includes wholly new franchise ideas. With the challenges that have daunted anyone trying to start a business in the last several years, the fact that these industries are attracting new entrepreneurs willing to take a chance on them is a strong sign of their popularity with consumers and potential to earn franchisees big profits.

The Franchise ListingsKeep in mind that following the crowd should never be the only factor in your franchise search. This list is not intended as a specific recommendation for any particular franchise company. Only your own research can determine whether investing in a franchise is right for you. So use this list as a starting point and then consult with a lawyer and accountant, carefully read the company’s legal documents and talk to as many franchisees as you can.

All information was obtained from the companies themselves and has not been verified for accuracy. We simply present this information as a service to our readers. For more information on buying a franchise, visit Entrepreneur’s Franchise page at Entrepreneur.com/franchise.

Children’s EnrichmentBach to RockMusic Schoolsb2rmusic.com(877) 227-8558Startup Cost: $402.1k-609.8kTotal franchises/co.-owned: 1/6

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