The 50 Most Popular Franchises Of 2021:
Our Most Popular Franchises to Buy & Own
Based on the number of inquiries each of these franchise and business opportunities received, we have compiled this list of the 50 best franchises to buy and own. The economy is thriving in 2021. The environment is right for new business ownership and perhaps this list will inspire you to look into owning your own business in 2021! Have fun browsing the list of the most popular franchises of the year on Franchise Opportunities Network. We started with the initial list of the Top 50 franchises, many of which cost less than $25,000, but decided to also include the honorable mentions for the next 25 best franchises to own.
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My Business Venture
My Business Venture gives you the ability to start an online business from the comfort of your home, featuring over 5K top selling products & mark-ups of up to 200% on each sale! MBV’s 10% Price Guarantee on all items on your website ensures you will always be profitable & NEVER be undersold! FREE shipping on ALL items ordered through your site!
$ 3,995 Min.Cash Required

Real Estate Sales LLC - Flip Cheap Houses
ATTENTION: Due to the demand this is only for QUALIFIED USA (proof of U.S. citizenship required) candidates that can start immediately & have $13,750 in Liquid Capital! Learn How to Invest in Real Estate Risk Free. 2018 Award Winner “Top 3 Most Popular Business to Start!"
$ 20,000 Min.Cash Required

Healthy YOU Vending
Join the healthy vending revolution with Healthy YOU Vending! Since 1999 we have helped thousands of operators position themselves in their respective markets as vending professionals in this exciting $43+ Billion dollar industry. The demand for healthy food choices is exploding. We can help secure your locations. Don’t miss this opportunity!
$ 30,000 Min.Cash Required

Commercial Capital Training Group
Own your own diversified finance business approving what banks decline and offering more competitive solutions on what banks approve. Six to Seven figure income potential. True recession resistant model. Not a Franchise. Lifetime Support. No finance experience required. Marketing Included.
$ 20,000 Min.Cash Required

American Business Systems, LLC
American Business Systems has been America's Leader in Medical Billing with Unparalleled Training, and Support for over 25 years. $100k Potential working from anywhere, full-time or part-time. Learn more about this great opportunity!
$ 27,990 Min.Cash Required

Mobility Plus
Mobility Plus provides a variety of products to help Americans aged 65+ and those with disabilities to age in place. The number of Americans aged 65+ is set to double by 2030 and there are 17.1 million Americans who have difficulty walking and navigating stairs. Take advantage of this franchise opportunity in a growing and vital industry.
$ 50,000 Min.Cash Required

Fastest Labs Drug Testing
Have you ever dreamed of having your own business and taking control of your own financial future? The Fastest Labs drug test franchise affords franchisees the opportunity to have a business with bankers hours, and enjoy their nights, weekends and holidays. Learn more today!
$ 50,000 Min.Cash Required

Tread Connection
Tread Connection is the leader in mobile wheel and tire services. We offer customers convenience and service unmatched in today’s automotive industry. If you have the drive to grow your own business, here’s the opportunity to be an industry changer by partnering with Tread Connection!
$ 70,000 Min.Cash Required

Pillar To Post
With over 400 locations spread across 43 states and 9 provinces, Pillar To Post is the leading home inspection franchise in North America. As independent franchise owners, you work flexible hours, enjoying the benefits of owning their own business, as well as the support of an established network.
$ 30,000 Min.Cash Required

Blue Coast Savings Consultants
Work from home, helping businesses recover from the crisis by providing the largest portfolio of cost-cutting Business-To-Business Savings Services available. Blue Coast is the Right Opportunity at the Right Time! Part-time Consulting with Full-time Results!
$ 22,900 Min.Cash Required

Your CBD Store
Build a Better Community with a Turnkey Opportunity.Join the largest network of hemp extract retail owners worldwide and enjoy the perks of owning your own successful business while making a difference through partnerships, community, education, experience, and the highest quality products. Learn more about the Your CBD Store franchise today.
$ 30,000 Min.Cash Required

Solar Grids
Do you have a passion for management or sales but don’t want to put on a tool belt, climb roofs and do the dirty work? Did you know the real money is earned in the sale of a solar system, not the installation? Solar Grids™ is searching for the superstar who just loves to close the deal. We’ll handle the dirty work for you.
$ 40,000 Min.Cash Required

Fit Body Boot Camp
The fitness franchise opportunity at Fit Body Boot Camp provides you the potential for higher profit margins than other fitness business models because we leverage the results of 1-on-1 personal training with the scalability of having multiple income streams and dialed in, turn-key business systems proven worldwide. Learn more now!
$ 50,000 Min.Cash Required

Purchase A Franchise Using Your Retirement Plan
This is NOT a franchise or business opportunity. This is a service offered to those seeking to purchase a franchise or business using their retirement funds without having to pay the taxes and penalties. You can purchase a franchise or traditional business with a tax qualified retirement plan such as an IRA, 401(k), 403(b), 457(b), SEPs and others.
$ 30,000 Min.Cash Required

Mailbox and Business Center Developers
As the fastest growing mail box store developer in North America, The Mail Box Stores' development specialists guide you step-by-step through the process of starting your own mailbox store business. Our simple turn-key program provides financing assistance, store development, training, and access to discounted products.
$ 30,000 Min.Cash Required

Allstate Insurance Company
Do you want to be your own boss? Earn what you’re really worth? Make a difference in the community? It takes a special kind of person to become an Allstate Agency Owner. A successful candidate is equal parts dedicated and driven. Someone who isn’t afraid to take risks and turn them into rewards.
$ 100,000 Min.Cash Required

SYNERGY HomeCare
As you research various franchise opportunities, you are currently standing on the cusp of the fastest growing industry in the country. Every day, more and more Baby Boomers are reaching their Golden Years, and the home care industry is beginning to see exponential growth. SYNERGY HomeCare is prepared to care for these senior citizens. Learn more!
$ 60,000 Min.Cash Required

Glass Doctor
Whether it’s the reliable, high-quality glass repair & replacement we provide our customers or the two unmatched business opportunities we offer franchise owners, we make a habit of letting in a bit more light wherever we go. If your professional future has been looking foggy, it’s time to clear things up by investing in a Glass Doctor franchise.
$ 35,000 Min.Cash Required

Jimmy John’s Gourmet Sandwiches
One of the fastest growing restaurant chains in America, Jimmy John’s is now seeking multi-unit operators to fuel our growth. Homemade bread is baked fresh all day, and all-natural meats and fresh veggies are hand-sliced daily. Jimmy John’s seeks franchisees who are willing to do whatever it takes to make great sandwiches for their customers.
$ 200,000 Min.Cash Required

Oxi Fresh Carpet Cleaning®
Oxi Fresh Carpet Cleaning is proud to be the world's greenest and environmentally friendly carpet cleaner! Businesses with an explicit environmental focus are in high demand. We're a premier carpet cleaning business highlighting competitive edges such as low ownership costs, home-based environments, and recurring revenues.
$ 38,900 Min.Cash Required

Furry Land - Mobile Pet Grooming
Today's world, especially after the Covid-19 Crisis, is increasingly leaning towards delivery and at home services. Mobile grooming is in a prime position for exponential growth. We believe the Furry Land franchise represents an outstanding opportunity to be part of an industry that has and always will be in demand. Learn more now!
$ 50,000 Min.Cash Required

Veronica's Insurance
Veronica’s is the fastest growing Hispanic Insurance Franchise in the Country. One of the most recession-proof industries, excellent relationships with carriers that will make you earn high commissions, National media coverage and more. Learn more about the costs, benefits and available locations today.
$ 45,000 Min.Cash Required

Caring Senior Service
Healthy. Happy. Home... It's our motto and the perfect description of our #1 goal - Providing the highest quality in-home care to the seniors we serve. We need dedicated professionals who are ready to make an impact in their own lives and the lives of others in their next career. Find out if our opportunity is right for you!
$ 70,000 Min.Cash Required

The DRIPBaR
At The DRIPBaR, we provide a unique combination of vitamins to boost energy levels, improve vitality and to set you on the road to optimal health and well-being. The DRIPBaR is focused on helping people obtain their best health using advances in intravenous therapies.
$ 50,000 Min.Cash Required

iTrade by Day
Looking for a quick, flexible way to supplement or replace income? iTrade by Day might be the choice for you! Education, coaching, and software to help you reach your financial goals. Learn more about the costs, benefits, and available locations today!
$ 20,000 Min.Cash Required

Blue Moon Estate Sales
Estate Sales are BOOMING right now, as the senior population looks to downsize, move, or liquidate a home...and Blue Moon Estate Sales has a huge following of loyal shoppers just waiting to find out about the next sale! Buy a proven business plan and become an estate sales business owner -- offering low franchise fees and flexible work hours.
$ 50,000 Min.Cash Required

Pet Supplies Plus
Pet Supplies Plus has grown to over 320 franchised and corporate Pet Centers located in 26 states. With over 26 years of successful retail franchise experience, Pet Supplies Plus not only provides the tools essential for your success, but also the opportunity to achieve your American dream of independence, personal growth, and financial security.
$ 50,000 Min.Cash Required

One You Love Homecare
A Personal Tragedy Led To A Highly Successful Business and Franchise Solution… “Looking to Capitalize on the explosive Senior Care Industry? Leverage your Leadership Skills and business acumen by focusing on Profitable Opportunities in the Senior Care Industry”. Learn more about One You Love Homecare, now!
$ 60,000 Min.Cash Required

KidsPark
We envision KidsPark centers in cities across the United States. If you are a business-minded individual who wants an entrepreneurial opportunity to contribute a needed service to your community take a close look at KidsPark. Learn more about the costs, benefits, and available locations today!
$ 100,000 Min.Cash Required

Brusters Real Ice Cream
At Bruster's our simple retail model distinguishes us from the other franchises by focusing on serving ice cream and related products filled with the giant chunks of real fruit, candies, cookies, nuts and other delicious mix-ins. We have 200 successful units open in 18 states!
$ 100,000 Min.Cash Required

Sports Thread
Join the Sports Thread team & be a part of the fastest growing social media & self-promotion platform for youth & high school athletes. This affordable turnkey operation lets you immediately benefit from 3 million dollars of research & development, allowing you to create financial independence. Training on a step by step plan & ongoing support.
$ 20,000 Min.Cash Required

Scooter's Coffee
Scooter’s Coffee is offering franchises for the right to own a quick service drive-thru coffee shop with kiosk only or in-store seating types, offering Drive-Thru, carry-out and in-store seating service of espresso-based specialty coffee drinks, smoothies, baked goods, and other items under the service mark “Scooter’s Coffee.” Learn more a now!
$ 100,000 Min.Cash Required

New Remedies CBD
In 2020 New Remedies became the first and ONLY federally compliant CBD franchise in the world! We have created an opportunity for Franchisees to enter the CBD space without needing a background in the industry, or having to navigate the often difficult to understand laws regarding CBD and Cannabinoid infused products.
$ 40,000 Min.Cash Required

Minuteman Press International
Serving the business community for over 40 years, Minuteman Press’ customer service driven business model provides digital print, design and promotional services to businesses. Today we are much more than just print, we can provide anything you can put a name, image or logo on!
$ 50,000 Min.Cash Required

Caring Transitions
Caring Transitions provides peace of mind for seniors and their families by making relocation a seamless, personal experience. This recession-resistant business helps seniors & their families with move management, household liquidations and estate sales. Learn more today!
$ 50,000 Min.Cash Required

Quick Mobile Repair
Quick Mobile Repair has a proven business model with a quick return on investment. We are a full service mobile device repair company with a low cost future proof investment into the tech field. Learn more about the costs, benefits, and available locations today!
$ 70,000 Min.Cash Required

Nikita Hair
Fashion and trends are ever changing, and the hairdressing business is constantly developing. Nikita has always been in the forefront of this development and our focus is innovation and creativity. Our concept has been developed and tested over the company’s 34 year history. Learn more about joining our team, now!
$ 150,000 Min.Cash Required

College Hunks Hauling Junk & Moving
Along with junk removal and full service local moving, College Hunks also offer labor services, storage solutions, donation pickups, real estate and property management assistance and more. We are an established, award-winning, eco-friendly business with incredibly rapid growth. Learn more about the costs, benefits, and available locations today!
$ 50,000 Min.Cash Required

Always Faithful Dog Training
Love dogs? If so, our dog training franchise may be the perfect fit for you! You'll be trained by the best and you get to set your own schedule, have a home office and do a job that you will love! Very low startup cost, and we can start your business in as little as 30 days!
$ 40,000 Min.Cash Required

911 Restoration
If you are looking for a smart investment in a thriving industry that allows you to make money while helping people, 911 Restoration may be the right fit for you. When you join 911 Restoration, you will share the benefits of being part of a nationwide franchise family that take pride in the communities we serve.
$ 60,000 Min.Cash Required

Restoration 1
Restoration1 is a unique opportunity providing a wide array of emergency mitigation, restoration, and reconstruction services. These services are always in high demand and are a necessity, so they are never affected by the economy. Learn more today about this top restoration franchise!
$ 75,000 Min.Cash Required
Honorable mentions - the next 25 most popular

American Family Care
Make a difference in people’s lives with an American Family Care Franchise. Provide exceptional medical care by owning and managing one of the largest urgent care centers in the U.S. Become a part of this rewarding and rapidly expanding business. No medical experience needed.
$ 450,000 Min.Cash Required

Kitchen Tune-Up
Kitchen Tune-Up is the nation’s leading kitchen & bath remodeling franchise. Our franchisees offer affordable remodeling transformations with personalized service guided by eight customer service Trustpoints to ensure a hassle-free experience from start to finish. Learn more about the cost and facts now!
$ 50,000 Min.Cash Required

Griswold Home Care
Griswold is not only one of the first companies in the United States to offer in-home care to seniors and other adults with disabilities, illnesses, or injuries; we are the gold standard when it comes to delivering what care should be. We believe care can be a life-changing, compassionate experience for families in need. Learn more now!
$ 70,000 Min.Cash Required

Thrive With Denise Kelly
Thrive...with Denise Kelly has all the characteristics of an extraordinary business model. Utilizing cutting edge Bioenergetic testing, it’s all about genuinely assisting people to become the best version of themselves and in the process achieving unprecedented personal satisfaction and total financial independence to thrive.
$ 35,000 Min.Cash Required

Pool Scouts Pool Cleaning
Pool Scouts leverages a proven franchising model to tap into this $3 billion industry where pool owners have been craving a more professional approach towards pool service. Learn more about the costs, benefits, and available locations today!
$ 50,000 Min.Cash Required

CarePatrol Senior Placement
CarePatrol is America’s #1 senior living placement franchise and the brand that launched the entire industry. CarePatrol franchise owners take the pressure off families to find appropriate senior housing for a loved one, guiding them through care choices and navigating their questions. Our advisors make a real difference to those we serve!
$ 50,000 Min.Cash Required

360 Painting
Own our industry-leading home-based painting business even if you never intend to pick up a paint brush! Proven systems focus on sales & marketing with in-house financing available. Learn more about the costs, benefits, and available locations today!
$ 50,000 Min.Cash Required

AdvantaClean
AdvantaClean provides a franchise opportunity in the recession-resistant, rapid-growth Indoor Air Quality service category. We offer solutions that make every home and building a healthier place to live and work. Inquire now to learn more about this great opportunity!
$ 50,000 Min.Cash Required

1-800-PLUMBER + Air
If you are the owner of an independent plumbing business looking to take your success to the next level, or an entrepreneur looking for a franchise business opportunity with a solid future, 1-800-PLUMBER + Air could be the opportunity you are searching for. Learn more now!
$ 50,000 Min.Cash Required

Home Care for the 21st Century
Home Care is a recession proof industry. The need for healthcare services will continue to rise. At Home Care For The 21st Century, our core values and principle beliefs towards caring set us apart from other home care companies in North America. Learn more about the costs, benefits, and available locations today!
$ 100,000 Min.Cash Required

Cyclebar® Premium Indoor Cycling
The CycleBar® mission is simple - to create a fun and accessible experience for riders of all ages and fitness levels! We fuel each ride with amazing music in our state-of-the-art CycleTheatre® and deliver concierge-level service and an exhilarating experience that goes far beyond a great cardio fitness workout. Find out more now!
$ 100,000 Min.Cash Required

Mosquito Shield
Be your own boss & start building your future in a rapidly growing market. Mosquito Shield has a different philosophy than most franchise companies: we built a system, not a business model. Mosquito Shield will put you in a position to succeed by providing a unique & effective service that homeowners will value for many years to come. Learn more!
$ 50,000 Min.Cash Required

Huntington Learning Centers
Huntington Learning Center operates over 300 centers in 41 states from coast to coast. We are a leader in the $4.3B and growing tutoring and test prep industry and have provided quality instruction to over a million students through our national network of franchised and company-owned tutoring centers. Inquire today to learn more!
$ 65,000 Min.Cash Required

BeBalanced Hormone Weight Loss Centers
BeBalanced centers offer the premier program for weight loss in the country that addresses the root cause of slow metabolism and weight gain…YOUR HORMONES… unlike traditional “calories-in-calories-out” weight loss programs, there are also great “side benefits” of improved mood, sleep, energy and the diminishing of all PMS and Menopausal symptoms!
$ 80,000 Min.Cash Required

Growth Coach - Business Coaching
Growth Coach is a leader in small business coaching. We provide strategic processes to help small business owners, franchisees, and managers drive their success. This is your opportunity to make the money you want, have the freedom and lifestyle you desire, and be your own boss.
$ 50,000 Min.Cash Required

Fresh Coat
Fresh Coat is North America’s leading high-volume interior painting company. Be the boss - don’t paint! Build an organization in an industry with high income potential. Fresh Coat is a turn-key franchise offering high profit margins and low start-up costs. Inquire now to learn more.
$ 50,000 Min.Cash Required

THE TEN SPOT® - Multi-Service Beauty Bar
Be part of the fastest-growing brand in the beauty biz. The nail industry is seeing huge success. In 2017, women in the United States spent $8.5 billion on nail services. In addition, the hair removal industry is expected to reach $18.8 billion in revenue by 2026. You can open your own TEN SPOT® franchise today. Learn more about THE TEN SPOT® now!
$ 100,000 Min.Cash Required

Honest Abe Roofing
Dominate the market with the Honest Abe Roofing franchise. No roofing experience required to take your piece of the $41 billion roofing industry. Honest Abe Roofing provides you with an independent sales-focused business ownership opportunity you can truly be proud of with a corporate philosophy inspired by Abraham Lincoln.
$ 50,000 Min.Cash Required

1-800 WATER DAMAGE
Join the fastest-growing property restoration franchise in the nation when you partner with 1-800 WATER DAMAGE. We excel at helping franchisees realize their full potential with comprehensive franchise support that is designed for long-term growth. We Provide Everything Needed to Build a Great Business – JUST ADD WATER!
$ 50,000 Min.Cash Required

Hattie Marie's BBQ
Bring Hattie Marie’s Texas Style BBQ & Cajun Kitchen to your hometown & learn the secrets of operating a successful business. If you are a barbecue lover like us & you desire to have your own successful barbecue joint, continue learning about Hattie Marie’s BBQ & reach out to our team to begin the process. Learn more about the cost & facts now!
$ 70,000 Min.Cash Required

Rusty Taco
Offering an authentic, street-taco inspired menu, Rusty Taco elevates the experience for both the customer and the owner by bringing the flavor, experience and simplicity of a traditional taco stand to local communities. Designed as a place that feels authentic and approachable, Rusty Taco is a place to come enjoy a meal however the customer wants.
$ 500,000 Min.Cash Required
** Footnote: This list was compiled based on the most requested franchises and business opportunities on Franchise Opportunities Network of websites in calendar year 2021. The four sites include: FranchiseOpportunities.com, FranchiseForSale.com, FoodFranchise.com, and BusinessBroker.net. The number of inquiries a franchise receives is influenced by their advertising budget and the number of days active on the websites. This is not an endorsement of any particular franchise or business opportunity nor is this a scientific ranking.