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2019 Issue 4 

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5 Letter From the Editor 

What Really Matters When Choosing a Franchise 

7 When It Comes to Business 

Ownership, Veterans Take the Lead 

Why Veterans and Franchising Are the Perfect Match 

10 Top Franchises for Veterans 

This Year’s Best Franchises for Veterans 

14 These Franchise Systems Saw a Need 

and Innovated a Solution 

Now They Are on This Year’s List of Most Innovative Franchises 

18 Most Innovative Franchises 

This Year’s Most Innovative Franchise Companies 

22 Senior Care Franchises Offer a Lucrative, Feel 

Good Business Opportunity for Franchisees 

How the Baby Boomers Are Changing the Way Seniors Age 

25 Top Senior Care Franchises 

Best of the Best 

26 Marketplace: Franchise Opportunities 

More on the franchisee approved franchise 

opportunities for 2019 

26 2019’s Top 200 Franchises Overall 

Franchises with high franchisee satisfaction 

in every industry sector 

Franchisee Profiles 

9 Justin and Stephanie Clarey, 

TWO MEN AND A TRUCK ® 

17 Gary Fortcher and Kathleen Mulligan, 

Wild Birds Unlimited 

23 Kevin and Cilla Buck, CarePatrol 

24 Mike Kearney, Senior Care Authority 

27 Susan Palenik, Cruise Planners 

31 Monica lannacone and Michael McFerron, 

Dream Vacations 

33 Kevin Jones, FASTSIGNS 

35 Scott Bowen, Grease Monkey 

37 Dan LaBrake, HouseMaster 

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Left: Lenny’s Grill & Subs franchisee Chris Alford was honored to have been spontaneously given a U.S. Army Challenge Coin by First Sergeant Ferrell. First Sergeant gave this 

to Chris for “superior mentoring of young people,” as he coached a couple of new 16-year-old employees. Right: Franchisees Laura Smith and RC Smith, who is a veteran, 

celebrate performance milestones at an N2 National Conference. 

When It Comes to Business 

Ownership, Veterans Take the Lead 

Why Veterans and Franchising Are the Perfect Match 

Christopher Alford, a multi-unit franchise 

owner with Lenny’s Grill & Subs, is a former 

marine who decided to buy a franchise to better 

navigate his own future. Alford first learned 

about Lenny’s by attending a work meeting 

scheduled there by his former employer. After 

reviewing the advertisement and conducting 

some research, he called the next day and 

“never looked back.” 

“Franchises are a great opportunity to be 

captain of one’s own ship, while being given 

a proven road map for success,” Alford said. 

“They have already done the leg work and have 

figured out what does and does not work.” 

Lenny’s Grill and Subs, popular for its 

cheesesteaks and Italian sandwiches, has more 

than 100 restaurants operating or in development 

in the United States. The restaurant 

waives its initial franchise fee of $25,000 for 

veterans. But Alford said that is not the only 

reason Lenny’s is attractive to veterans. 

“It is well-led with a focused leadership 

team and centralized goals that blend well 

with those who have military mindsets and 

are accustomed to being given clear missions 

and the road map to their success,” he said. 

WHY DO VETERANS MAKE GOOD 

FRANCHISEES? 

Veterans are known for their loyalty, commitment 

to their teammates, and ability to 

follow a process to get the job done—sometimes 

under the toughest conditions. These 

characteristics are also indicative of successful 

entrepreneurs, who must be able to withstand 

a certain degree of risk while staying positive 

and keeping their eye on their business goals. 

Today, more than 2.5 million American 

businesses are owned by veterans, making up 

about 9% of all businesses in the United States 

according to the Small Business Association. 

Although veterans make up only about 7% 

of the population, they account for a whopping 

14% of all franchisees in America, according 

to VetFran, an initiative of the International 

Franchise Association, which aims to facilitate 

the transition of veterans into franchising by 

encouraging franchisors to offer discounts 

and incentives to veterans, and to assemble 

resources, tools and a database of franchising 

opportunities for veterans. 

When it comes to running a business, 

veterans more than fit the bill, according 

to leaders at some of the country’s largest 

franchises. To attract them, many waive or 

offer discounts on franchise fees, special mentorship 

programs, and support from other 

veterans in the company. 

“Veterans bring a strong work ethic and 

passion to everything they do,” said Andrew 

Hoing, franchise marketing manager for 



Cruise Planners, a Florida-based travel franchise 

that offers veterans a 28% discount off of 

its franchise fee (which ranges from $495 to 

$10,995, depending on experience level), and 

free air credit to attend training, among other 

benefits. 

Approximately 15% of its 2,500 agents are 

veterans, many of whom have ample knowledge 

of popular vacation destinations, thanks 

to their experience traveling the world. At 

Cruise Planners, veterans also receive militaryspecific 

marketing materials designed to 

engage military clientele. Veteran-specific 

mentorship also comprises Cruise Planners’ 

ongoing business development and training. 

“We have a military advisory board consisting 

of about 20 Cruise Planners franchise 

owners, who have served in the military, to 

advise on ways to better serve our veteran 

franchise owners,” Hoing said. 

Veterans also have a distinct advantage in 

that they know how to follow a process, said 

Claire Barham, marketing communications 

manager for N2 Publishing, a custom publications 

publisher with more than 900 private, 

monthly publications in circulation across the 

United States and Canada. 

“Although every N2 franchisee benefits 

from our extensive training as well as our playbook 

for success, these assets are particularly 

appreciated by veterans, who so often come 

to us with an ingrained desire for structure, 

schedules and clear objectives,” she said. 

Aside from following the rules, veterans 

have what it takes to run a business without 

direct supervision, take charge, and be held 

accountable for their decisions. They also 

know how to take calculated risks when they 

need to. 

“It’s vital in business ownership to take 

calculated risks that can propel you further, 

but it’s an especially useful skill set for our 

franchisees because the role is so heavily 

focused on sales,” Barham said. 

BRINGING ON NEW RECRUITS 

Other franchisors agree that putting efforts 

into actively recruiting veterans not only 

improves the bottom line, but also brings 

unique perspectives and experience to the 

company that strengthens the brand. 

Pinch A Penny is a 40-year-old pool and 

spa care franchise with more than 238 units 

that is consistently rated among the best by 

its franchisees. In a recent Franchise Business 

Review survey, its franchisees rated it as 

“excellent” in the categories of core values and 

owner enjoyment, for example. 

Michael Arrowsmith, the franchise’s chief 

development officer, said that Pinch A Penny 

believes in doing more for its veteran members 

than just offering a 50% discount ($25,000 

value) on its franchise fee once veterans join. 

For the past decade, the company has been an 

official sponsor of the Valspar Championship, 

where it hosts a suite for active and retired 

$81,222 

ANNUAL INCOME 

The average annual income of 

veteran franchise owners 

88% 

ENJOY THE BUSINESS 

8 out of 10 veteran franchise 

owners respect and trust their 

franchisor and would recommend 

their franchise company to another 

franchisee candidate 

service members and their families. They also 

support Birdies for the Brave, a global military 

outreach initiative developed by the PGA Tour 

dedicated to honoring and expressing gratitude 

to members of the U.S. Armed Forces 

and their families. 

“Our veteran franchisees and employees 

are among the most esteemed members of our 

team,” Arrowsmith said. “The characteristics 

that allow them to excel in the military—like 

discipline, teamwork, leadership, and strategy— 

make them ideal franchisees. They are natural 

born leaders who are dedicated, communityoriented, 

and more organized—making them a 

perfect fit for a family-centric brand like ours.” 

At TWO MEN AND A TRUCK®, 9% of its 

franchisees are veterans. The moving company 

offers a 10% discount on its $50,000 franchise 

fee to help attract former servicemen or 

women. The moving company, which operates 

more than 360 locations worldwide and has 

more than 3,000 trucks on the road, prides 

itself on an excellent customer experience. 

Finding franchisees who can follow a process, 

work within a team, and demonstrate leadership 

helps the company achieve this goal. 

“We feel franchising is great for veterans 

because they can focus on making the 

customer experience nothing but a positive 

one, and use their leadership abilities to build 

a compassionate and caring team for the 

customer experience,” said Lindsay Dow, 

content marketing manager for TWO MEN 

AND A TRUCK®. 

One of its franchisees, Jeremy Brown, is a 

former Air Force pilot who won medals for 

his service in Operations Iraqi and Enduring 

Freedom. Unfortunately, his military career 

was cut short when he was medically disqualified 

from flying. Afterwards, he joined the Air 

Force Reserves and pursued his MBA. 

He began researching franchising opportunities 

and ultimately signed on to become a 

franchisee for TWO MEN AND A TRUCK®’s 

Dover, Delaware location. Bringing his business 

experience and extensive military leadership 

to the location, he has been able to post a 

98% customer referral rate for the Dover team. 

“The Air Force was a great organization to 

be a part of and I think I could paint a correlation 

between nearly everything I did in 

the military and all the things that go along 

with being a franchisee,” said Brown. “In the 

Air Force, and more specifically as a pilot, 

processes and checklists rule the day. They 

allow you to approach every task with clearly 

defined steps and standards, which ensures 

both efficiency and consistency regardless of 

who is performing the task. These principles 

seem to translate very well into the TWO 

MEN AND A TRUCK® system.” 

PROVIDING SUPPORT AS WELL 

AS INCENTIVES 

Helping veterans understand how to run a 

business and how they can benefit from other 

programs that are available is an important 

part of supporting them once they are on the 

job, according to George Stephens, director of 

brand marketing and development for Parisi 

Speed School. 

About 10% of Parisi Speed School’s franchisees 

are veterans. The franchise provides youth 

sport training with a mission of delivering a 

positive training experience that improves 

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speed of movement and strength in character 

regardless of ability or economic status. 

While former military personnel may 

connect well to the mission and may even 

have experience with physical fitness training, 

Parisi Speed School stands ready to give them 

the business tools they need to get ahead. It 

offers veteran discounts on optional support 

services such as free tactical marketing or 

tactical business support for a period of six 

months and points them to avenues of support 

outside of the Parisi Speed School network. 

“There are many programs for them to 

take advantage of—from financing to real 

estate—that they may not be up to date on. 

It’s important that we help guide and navigate 

them through the process and get them started 

on the right foot, even if it’s not directly 

related to our company,” Stephens said. 

HOW DO VETERANS FEEL ABOUT 

OWNING A FRANCHISE? 

This year, we surveyed over 25,000 franchise 

owners from 258 leading franchise businesses 

to gauge their satisfaction and happiness with 

their decision to invest in a franchise. Of 

these, more than 10% identified as veterans. 

Veterans report that they are pleased overall 

with their franchise companies. Eighty-four 

percent rate their franchise opportunity above 

average, and 8 out of 10 veteran franchise 

owners respect and trust their franchisor and 

would recommend their franchise company 

to another franchisee candidate. 

Veterans report very high enjoyment ratings 

as well: 88% indicate that they enjoy operating 

their business, and 87% say they enjoy being 

part of their franchise organization. 

Most veterans also feel that buying a 

franchise was a good business decision for 

them. Two-thirds indicate that the long-term 

growth opportunity for their business is either 

“strong” or “very strong.” 

The average annual income of veteran 

franchise owners is currently $81,222 overall, 

with franchisees in certain sectors earning 

over six figures. The most profitable sectors for 

veterans include business services, advertising 

& sales, health & wellness, and real estate. 

Based on this research, we have determined 

the Top Veteran Franchises of 2019. 

You can see the full list of award-winning 

brands on page 10. 

EXPLORING TOP VETERAN-FRIENDLY 

FRANCHISE BRANDS 

While owning a franchise poses a great opportunity 

for vets, it is important to remember 

that starting any business—whether it’s from 

scratch or under the umbrella of a franchise— 

does not come with a guarantee of success. 

While a franchise can help you ramp up faster 

and offer additional tools and support, like 

any other business you will need to work it so 

that it can work for you. 

Anthony R. Weiss, manager of strategic 

sourcing for Lenny’s Grill & Subs, said that 

veterans draw upon their self-discipline to 

solve problems and guide their teams in the 

right direction. They generally view complications 

as opportunities and have experience 

in achieving ambitious goals with modest 

means—skills necessary to start up a new 

business. 

“No matter what branch of service, a 

veteran’s experience can be transformed to fit 

within the make-up of a franchise. Veterans 

are a perfect fit for the franchise business 

model, since as veterans, we have been trained 

to obey and respect orders as well as observe a 

system standard,” Weiss said. “Figure out what 

interests you, develop a vision thoroughly, 

research your franchise options, and do it!” 

There are many franchise brands to choose 

from that offer discounts and incentives to 

veterans. As you begin your research and 

consider your options, FBR’s list of Top Franchises 

for Veterans is a great place to start. All 

the brands on this list have been rated highly 

by the franchisees who own them—and many 

of them have shared their satisfaction reports 

openly on www.FranchiseBusinessReview.com. 

So, if you are curious to dig deeper into a certain 

brand, please visit our website to see their 

scores and to request additional information. 

If you do decide that a franchise rated 

highly by other veterans is the best option for 

you, be sure to talk to as many franchisees as 

possible. They can give you unbiased and 

straightforward feedback on what it’s really 

like to own the franchise you are considering. 

And, visit www.FranchiseBusinessReview.com 

to read reviews, examine satisfaction data, 

and reach out to the brands that pique your 

interest. 

Justin and Stephanie Clarey 

TWO MEN AND A TRUCK ® 

Columbus, OH 

Owners Since January 2019 

FEATURED 

Franchisee 

What was it about the franchise model and/or 

leadership that led you to purchase it? We really 

wanted to own a business that shared our core 

values and principles regarding the employees 

and the customers. Not only did we find that 

TWO MEN AND A TRUCK ® shared those values, it 

also has a great brand that is widely recognized 

for its service and care. The leadership provides 

a clear vision and is very transparent, which gives 

us comfort as business owners in where our 

business is going and how we can continue to 

be successful. 

What do you like most about your job? We love 

our people and it is exciting to have a company 

that provides opportunities for people to grow 

within the company and in life. We are all about 

moving people forward in every sense of the 

word. We love being able to work together! 

We both bring our perspectives or ideas to the 

business, which makes us better leaders. Having 

our goals in life and goals in our career align as 

well as having the same passions, makes our 

relationship that much stronger. 

What else would you like to share? We were 

fortunate to purchase the franchise from existing 

owners and structure our transition to provide 

plenty of time to learn and grow as future owners 

while making a smooth transition for the current 

employees. We had great mentors who modeled 

the TWO MEN AND A TRUCK ® core values 

of moving people forward and really worked 

to make sure we were ready for day one 

of ownership. 

For more information on TWO MEN AND A TRUCK ® 

opportunities, call (888) 884-1114 or visit 

franchise.twomenandatruck.com. 



THE LIST 

Best of the Best: 

Top Franchises 

for Veterans 

* 360clean 

Commercial cleaning services 

* ActionCOACH — more on p. 34 

Business coaching 

Aire-Master of America 

Commercial hygiene service 

VetFran 

Member 

Survey 

Date 

Aug. 

2019 

Jan. 


Nov. 

2018 

Initial 

Investment 

$3,750 – 

$11,050 

$45,000 – 

$950,000 

$39,584 – 

$142,400 

Cash 

Requirement 

Total 

Units 

$5,000 79 

$45,000 – 

$95,000 

962 

$50,000 113 

* Amada Senior Care 

In-home senior care 

April 


$87,710 – 

$174,654 

$80,000 107 

* Amazing Athletes — more on p. 31 

Early childhood development 

April 


$25,000 – 

$55,650 

$17,500 95 

“The training and support 

we have received has 

been amazing. It’s been 

easy to get up and 

running. Whenever we 

have a question, someone 

is always available 

to assist or gets right 

back to us. 

* American Poolplayers Association 

Pool league 

Anago Cleaning Systems 


APEX Leadership Co. 

School fundraising program 

Better Homes and Gardens Real Estate 

Real estate 

Bloomin Blinds 

Custom blinds and window coverings 

* BrightStar Care — more on p. 27 


— more 

on 

p. 27 

Sep. 

2018 

Jan. 


Oct. 

2018 

Jan. 


Jan. 


April 


$20,523 – 

$28,408 

$197,000 – 

$298,000 

$81,500 – 

$104,200 

$65,170 – 

$540,000 

$35,000 – 

$85,000 

$93,048 – 

$154,307 

$20,763 325 

$197,000 – 

$298,000 

46 

$40,000 118 

$100,000 304 

$40,000 50 

$200,000 338 

– College Hunks Hauling Junk 

& Moving Franchisee 

* Brightway Insurance 

Financial services 

Jan. 


$89,488 – 

$178,916 

$75,000 187 

Budget Blinds 


Sep. 

2018 

$110,140 – 

$230,870 

$64,950 1,150 

* CarePatrol — more on p. 23 

Assisted living placement services 

Oct. 

2018 

$71,540 – 

$88,490 

$85,000 150 

* CertaPro Painters 

Painting 

Feb. 

2018 

$133,250 – 

$169,500 

$80,000 356 

* Christian Brothers Automotive 

Automotive repair 

Dec. 

2018 

$458,950 – 

$555,350 

$85,000 174 

Church’s Chicken 

Quick-service restaurant 

April 

2018 

$944,150 – 

$1,556,300 

$650,000 1,653 

* College Hunks Hauling Junk & Moving 

Junk removal services — more on p. 32 

March 


$89,300 – 

$208,000 

$65,000 110 

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Satisfaction Report is available at 


* Cruise Planners — more on p. 27 

Travel agency 

* Dream Vacations — more on p. 31 

Travel agency 

Oct. 

2018 

Oct. 

2018 

$695 – 

$10,995 

$3,245 – 

$21,850 

$10,995 2,570 

$3,500 1,453 



VetFran 

Member 

Survey 

Date 

Initial 

Investment 

Cash 

Requirement 

Total 

Units 

ERA 

Real estate 

Jan. 


$4,800 – 

$221,900 

$4,800 – 

$221,900 

2,370 

Expedia CruiseShipCenters 

Travel agency 

May 


$156,000 – 

$276,000 

$100,000 295 

* FASTSIGNS — more on p. 33 

Visual business communications 

Nov. 

2018 

$197,172 – 

$313,136 

$80,000 699 

* Fibrenew 

Leather & vinyl repair services 

Nov. 

2018 

$75,000 – 

$101,800 

$20,000 – 

$100,000 

250 

* FirstLight Home Care — more on p. 34 


May 


$110,881 – 

$167,876 

$100,000 205 

* Fish Window Cleaning 

Window cleaning 

Nov. 

2018 

$83,225 – 

$146,200 

$60,000 – 

$150,000 

271 

* Five Star Painting 

Painting 

FPC National 

Recruiting services 

Freedom Boat Club 

Members only boat club 

* Home Instead Senior Care 


HomeSmart International LLC 

Real estate 

Oct. 

2018 

Oct. 

2018 

March 


Sep. 


Nov. 

2018 

$61,600 – 

$136,150 

$65,000 – 

$86,000 

$144,200 – 

$193,700 

$24,450 170 

$120,000 62 

$38,000 135 

$125,000 $55,000 1,049 

$65,000 – 

$205,000 

$20,000 102 

“The FirstLight team is 

more like a family. All the 

owners I have met are 

always willing to assist. 

All owners are like 

minded and I truly believe 

are in the business 

to make a difference 

in peoples lives.” 

* HomeVestors of America — more on p. 4 

Realty renovation 

Dec. 

2018 

$56,000 – 

$426,250 

$70,000 1,100 

– FirstLight Home Care Franchisee 

* Homewatch Caregivers 


Sep. 

2018 

$83,000 – 

$141,500 

$50,000 201 

House Doctors Handyman Service 

Home improvement 

April 


$98,000 – 

$128,650 

$60,000 37 

* HouseMaster — more on p. 37 

Professional home inspections 

Keller Williams 

Real estate 

* Kona Ice 

Frozen treats 

Learning Express 

Children’s retailer 

Oct. 

2018 

May 

2018 

Sep. 


Sep. 

2018 

$60,100 – 

$106,150 

$183,947 – 

$336,995 

$124,750 – 

$147,550 

$199,875 – 

$384,150 

$61,100 309 

$183,947 – 

$336,995 

959 

$20,000 1,134 

$125,000 125 

“The cost of investment 

with the return we have 

received is very good. 

Developments over 

the last few years 

have definitely improved 

our ROI.” 

Lenny’s Grill & Subs 

Quick-service 

July 


$192,844 – 

$431,326 

$75,000 95 

– HouseMaster Franchisee 

* MaidPro 

House cleaning & maid services 

Sep. 


$74,560 – 

$204,450 

$75,000 276 



THE LIST 


Top Franchises 

for Veterans 

MarbleLife 

Stone restoration 

* Mathnasium 

Math learning center 

Mighty Auto Parts 

Automotive retailer 

VetFran 

Member 

Survey 

Date 

Aug. 


April 


Aug. 

2018 

Initial 

Investment 

$50,000 – 

$65,000 

$112,750 – 

$149,110 

$175,000 – 

$275,000 

Cash 

Requirement 

Total 

Units 

$30,000 40 

$112,750 933 

$100,000 106 

“It is a ‘family’ feel, 

which makes the 

corporate team 

very accessible and they 

listen to any questions 

or concerns we may 

have. They are genuine 

and truly care about 

their franchisees.” 

– NextHome Franchisee 

Miracle Method Surface Refinishing 

Bathroom & kitchen remodeling 

Miracle-Ear 

Hearing aids 

* Molly Maid 

Cleaning services 

* Mosquito Joe 

Mosquito control services 

Motto Mortgage 

Brokerage services 

* Mr. Appliance 

Appliance repair 

My Salon Suite 

Private, spacious salon suites 

July 

2018 

Nov. 

2018 

Oct. 

2018 

Feb. 

2018 

Oct. 

2018 

Oct. 

2018 

Feb. 


$75,000 – 

$138,000 

$119,000 – 

$287,500 

$110,000 – 

$153,200 

$90,600 – 

$135,500 

$48,000 – 

$68,000 

$60,800 – 

$139,515 

$395,000 – 

$955,000 

$40,000 – 

$50,000 

162 

$75,000 1,441 

$50,000 487 

$50,000 288 

$12,000 82 

$45,000 295 

$150,000 68 

N2 Publishing 

Private neighborhood publications 

Nov. 

2018 

$975 – 

$5,650 

$975 – 

$5,650 

763 

NextHome 

Real estate 

Oct. 

2018 

$14,500 – 

$212,600 

$3,500 – 

$7,500 

360 

Nothing Bundt Cakes 

Snack retailer 

May 


$408,187 – 

$588,587 

$150,000 317 

“Excellent company, very 

good training support 

and customer service.” 

– Pinch A Penny Franchisee 

Orangetheory Fitness 

Fitness club 

Parisi Speed School 

Youth performance training 

* Pinch A Penny — more on p. 33 

Pool supplies retailer 

Nov. 

2018 

June 


Sep. 

2018 

$563,529 – 

$999,121 

$13,250 – 

$155,500 

$289,375 – 

$411,200 

$563,529 – 

$634,100 

1,000 

$20,000 94 

$150,000 254 

Pizza Factory 

Fast Casual 

Aug. 

2018 

$372,000 – 

$562,000 

$90,000 108 

Pizza Ranch 

Fast casual 

Sep. 


$1,127,500 – 

$2,526,500 

$325,000 216 

Precision Concrete Cutting 

Concrete maintenance services 

May 


$150,000 – 

$176,500 

$100,000 56 

* PuroClean — more on p. 32 

Property emergency repair services 

Sep. 


$72,732 – 

$190,582 

$100,000 – 

$150,000 

264 



VetFran 

Member 

Survey 

Date 

Initial 

Investment 

Cash 

Requirement 

Total 

Units 

* Sandler Training 

Business consulting & coaching 

July 


$97,525 – 

$108,500 

$91,525 266 

Sanford Rose Associates 


Feb. 


$108,250 – 

$143,580 

$108,250 94 

Sit Means Sit Dog Training 

Dog training 

Sola Salon Studios 

Salon suites 

Sotheby’s International Realty 

Real estate 

Sport Clips 

Hair cutting 

* Supporting Strategies 

Bookkeeping services 

Surface Specialists Systems 

Home remodeling 

Nov. 

2018 

April 


Jan. 


July 

2018 

March 


June 


$45,000 – 

$93,850 

$457,800 – 

$1,166,380 

$194,650 – 

$627,000 

$224,800 – 

$373,300 

$77,130 – 

$102,390 

$43,200 – 

$56,000 

$45,000 125 

$500,000 455 

$63,650 – 

$206,000 

607 

$200,000 1,848 

$100,000 93 

$25,000 48 

“Love working with 

the Sandler coaches, 

who support us in our 

franchise operations and 

day-to-day challenges. 

Training is continuous— 

weekly teleconferences, 

in-person conferences, 

and departments 

who specialize in 

different systems.” 

TeamLogic IT 

IT services 

Oct. 

2018 

$160,000 – 

$160,000 

$60,000 191 

– Sandler Training Franchisee 

The @WORK Group 


Feb. 


$154,000 – 

$231,000 

$150,000 71 

* The Glass Guru — more on p. 30 

Window restoration 

Oct. 

2018 

$64,150 – 

$183,000 

$64,150 89 

* The Goddard School — more on p. 2 

Early childhood education 

July 


$619,900 – 

$760,600 

$150,000 482 

The Patch Boys 

Drywall repair 

Tint World 

Automotive services 

* TSS Photography — more on p. 36 

Sports, school & event photography 

* TWO MEN AND A TRUCK ® — more on p. 9 

Moving services 

United Country Real Estate 

Real estate 

June 


March 


July 


March 


Oct. 

2018 

$45,500 – 

$66,000 

$149,000 – 

$249,000 

$20,415 – 

$74,725 

$179,000 – 

$585,000 

$16,290 – 

$42,510 

$45,500 – 

$66,000 

$60,000 – 

$80,000 

23 

68 

$10,500 179 

$80,000 – 

$190,000 

386 

$15,000 453 

“The community of 

fellow franchisees is 

exemplary! The support 

and cameraderie amongst 

these individuals is high, 

and we regularly get 

support from and offer 

support to others in 

this group.” 

* Visiting Angels 


July 

2018 

$83,085 – 

$128,885 

$57,950 641 

– Wild Birds Unlimited Franchisee 

We Insure 

Insurance services 

Sep. 

2018 

$25,000 – 

$100,000 

$50,000 – 

$100,000 

86 

* Wild Birds Unlimited — more on p. 17 

Nature retailer 

Oct. 

2018 

$150,837 – 

$260,991 

$40,000 – 

$50,000 

343 



Grand Opening days at Chicken Salad Chick are high energy! Guests begin to line up early in the morning in hopes to be a part of the first 100 

“Chicken Salad For A Year” giveaway. 

These Franchise Systems Saw a 

Need and Innovated a Solution 

Now They Are on This Year’s List of Most Innovative Franchises 

Depending on where you live, you may or may 

not have heard of the Chicken Salad Chick 

franchise. But, if you haven't heard of them 

yet, it probably won’t be long before you notice 

them springing up in your neighborhood. The 

first Chicken Salad Chick opened in 2008 

and by the end of 2018, they had more than 

tripled in number with 104 restaurants open 

and operating. By 2018 they had also achieved 

their 12th consecutive quarter of positive 

growth, reporting more than $110 million in 

systemwide revenue and a 10% increase in 

AUV (average unit volume) year over year. 

They currently have more than 125 stores 

open and operating and plans for growth are 

not slowing down. 

“As the nation’s only fast casual restaurant 

dedicated to chicken salad, innovation is part 

of Chicken Salad Chick’s DNA. We’ve paved 

our own path in the restaurant industry by 

creating the chicken salad category and doing 

things that have never been done before 

in the fast casual space,” said Carrie Evans, 

director of franchise development at Chicken 

Salad Chick. “Because of this, we’re constantly 

innovating with new chicken salad recipes and 

other menu offerings, as well as integrating 

new operational efficiencies, equipment and 

marketing tactics.” 

Chicken Salad Chick’s growth is impressive, 

and it is due in large part to their innovative 

concept. But when it comes to innovation, 

Chicken Salad Chick is not alone. On this 

year’s Most Innovative Franchises list there 

are several well-known franchise companies 

like Kona Ice, Keller Williams, MaidPro, 

30 Minute Hit, and Wild Birds Unlimited. 

The remaining franchise brands on our list 

represent just about every industry you 

can imagine—all of them with innovation at 

their core. 



Left: Wow 1 Day painting crew; Right: Kristen Miller of YESCO Greensboro servicing a historic Arby’s sign that is covered with neon. 

WHAT DOES INNOVATION MEAN? 

Some innovations are ground breaking 

and headline worthy, like the invention of 

the smartphone or the Nest. Other times, 

innovation takes the shape of small continuous 

changes that accumulate over time, filling 

a need no one knew they had. That’s the funny 

thing about innovation—sometimes you don’t 

even recognize just how big an innovation is 

until years later. 

For instance, The Patch Boys franchise was 

born out of a need most of us missed. By creating 

a whole new category in drywall repair, 

they became the first franchised company to 

solve a problem that one else does—fixing 

small holes in your home. 

And, as it turns out, being able to spot holes 

in the walls—and in the market—pays off. 

“The more people get to know about us, 

the more they love us,” said Leo Goldberger, 

CEO of The Patch Boys. “We have been growing 

at an amazing rate; in 2019 we have grown 

month-over-month by at least 15% EVERY 

single month.” 

For the team at JumpBunch, Inc. innovation, 

ironically, means holding true to what 

doesn't change. 

Joey St. John, VP of operations at Jump- 

Bunch Inc. explained, “The world is always 

changing, and today there are more things 

than ever competing for the attention of even 

the youngest of children, not to mention 

88% 

ENJOY OPERATING 

THEIR BUSINESS 

According to an FBR survey of 

over 25,000 franchisees across 

more than 250 of today’s leading 

franchise brands 

their parents. The fact that children need to 

be taught that exercising can be fun and puts 

them on a path to a healthier adult life does 

not change. Being innovative allows us to 

deliver that message amidst all the other competing 

voices with less productive outcomes. 

Being innovative ironically allows us to keep 

what doesn't change relevant...a child's natural 

desire to move and have fun.” 

Our Town America believes that innovation 

is critical to keep what many may 

consider an outdated product relevant. 

Innovation for them means listening to 

the needs of their customers and end users. 

And, this strategy has proven effective as the 

47-year-old direct mail company has been 

able to successfully evolve and transition with 

the times. 

“Direct mail can be perceived as ‘outdated.’ 

Paired with the data to prove that direct mail 

is still, in fact, very relevant and is opened 

daily by millions, we at Our Town America are 

here to show that technology can and is very 

effectively intertwined with direct mail to create 

a very impactful program,” said Brittany 

Johnson, marketing executive at Our Town 

America. “Our innovations over the decades 

have changed who we are. In the past, we were 

a print-marketing company. Now we are a 

technology company that prints.” 

YESCO Sign & Lighting Service also credits 

their longevity to innovation. “Our organization 

turns 100 next year. Without innovation 

we would not be here,” said Josh Young, 

president of YESCO Sign & Lighting Service. 

Continued on page 17. 



Funding Your Franchise: You Have Options 

Jeremy Ames, President & Co-Founder of Guidant Financial 

There are a few significant differences in financing a multi-unit 

franchise versus a single unit, though many of the same financing 

solutions will work for both. Aside from the usual cash, credit cards 

or even asking for financial support from family and friends, 

the most common methods used to finance multi-unit franchise 

purchases include loans from the Small Business Administration, 

401(k) business financing, unsecured loans and portfolio loans. 

Here’s what you need to know about each: 

SBA Business Loans 

Loans from the Small Business Administration (SBA) are one of the 

most popular financing methods for business owners of all kinds, from 

startups to franchises. SBA business loans are not directly from 

the SBA. Rather, the SBA encourages banks to lend to small business 

owners with preferable terms and low interest rates. In return, the SBA 

covers 75 to 85 percent of the loan for the bank if the loan defaults. 

This creates a win-win situation for both the lender and borrower. 

When it comes to multi-unit franchises, SBA lenders usually look 

at each individual unit and also at the collective performance of all the 

units. Most lenders want to see at least two years of profitable tax 

returns with the initial business prior to applying for funding for 

another location. The sooner the business becomes profitable and the 

stronger a borrower is, the more flexible lenders are. For example, 

if the borrower shows a strong credit score, has prior business experience 

in the industry and is able to put down a significant down 

payment (more than 20 to 30 percent), the bank may be willing to 

approve funding for more than one location simultaneously. 

SBA Loan Eligibility Requirements 

• 20 percent down payment for an existing business purchase 

or 30 percent for a start-up 

• 640+ credit score 

• Personal collateral required 

• Industry experience preferred 

• Secondary income preferred 

401(k) Business Financing 

With 401(k) business financing (formally known as Rollovers for 

Business Start-Ups or ROBS), you can use up to 100 percent of funds 

from an existing retirement account to buy or start a small business 

or franchise without taking a taxable distribution or getting a loan. 

Funding through ROBS has been an option since the Employee 

Retirement Income Security Act passed in 1974, and it’s growing in 

popularity. 

Since ROBS doesn’t involve taking a loan, there are no monthly 

payments or interest rates, and there are no collateral or minimum 

credit score requirements. ROBS can also be used in combination with 

an SBA loan, allowing business owners to use retirement funds as the 

down payment for the loan. 

The process for funding a single-unit franchise versus multiple 

units is the same with 401(k) business financing. You can either roll 

100 percent of your retirement funds during the initial transaction to 

use for one or multiple units, or choose to use a lesser amount initially 

to open the first location, then complete another rollover when 

you’re closer to opening your second location. However, there are 

timing considerations to take into account, especially if you plan to 

open multiple units within the first two years. In this case, you may 

choose to open your first location using an SBA loan, then use ROBS 

as the down payment for a second loan so you can show lenders 

strong liquidity. 

ROBS Eligibility Requirements 

• At least $50,000 in a rollable retirement account 

• No minimum credit score requirements 

• No down payment needed 

Unsecured Loans 

If you don’t want to jeopardize personal property in order to obtain 

financing, unsecured loans provide up to $150,000 without any collateral. 

Unsecured loans work like small business credit cards, consisting 

of multiple lines of revolving credit that can be used and paid back 

as needed. But instead of relying on collateral, lenders look at your 

creditworthiness to secure the loan. As such, a high credit score and 

solid borrowing history is necessary. 

Unsecured loans have no use-of-proceeds requirements, so the 

funds can be used for your first franchise location or subsequent units. 

It’s important to note that this type of loan shows up as revolving 

credit on one’s credit report and can have a meaningful impact on a 

credit score, especially if payments are not made on time. For that 

reason, we recommend using unsecured loans as a last resort and only 

as a short-term financing solution. 

Unsecured Loan Eligibility Requirements 

• 690+ credit score 

• Credit utilization rate below 50 percent 

• Minimal recent credit inquiries 

• No recent derogatory comments on your credit report 

Portfolio Loans 

If you own stocks, bonds, mutual funds or other eligible securities, you 

can borrow up to 80 percent against the value of your portfolio without 

having to liquidate your holdings. Portfolio loans, also referred to as 

stock loans or securities-based lending, work like a revolving line of 

credit—allowing you to finance a business or franchise by borrowing 

(and repaying) at will. Because of this, they’re ideal for financing multiunit 

franchises as you can use as much as you need, pay it back, and 

then borrow again when you’re ready to move forward with additional 

locations—all without getting a new loan. 

For a detailed walkthrough on funding your franchise, visit www.FranchiseBusinessReview.com 



Continued from page 15. 

CREATING A CULTURE OF INNOVATION 

When it comes to creating a culture of innovation, 

top franchises have different approaches. 

At N2 Publishing, for instance, the N2 

Innovation Lab was created. “We firmly 

believe that while what we stand for should 

never change, how we do things should never 

stop changing. Because we are always open 

to new ideas, this spring we hosted our first 

N2 Innovation Lab,” said Claire Barham, 

marketing communications manager at N2 

Publishing. “During this four-part series, 

corporate team members were challenged to 

think of ways to improve our processes and 

policies which would, in turn, improve our 

franchisee experience. Everyone who wanted 

to participate had the opportunity to present 

their ideas directly to leadership, and now 

some of those suggestions are in various stages 

of implementation.” 

N2 also meets regularly with team leaders, 

conducts surveys and has an open door communication 

policy. “By giving our franchisees 

and team members the chance to propose new 

projects and by constantly soliciting feedback, 

we invite innovation at every turn,” said 

Barham. 

At WOW 1 Day Painting, they hold true 

to their motto “Bigger and Better Together,” 

which emphasises teamwork, and they have 

implemented initiatives such as the 101 Life 

Goals Program, which encourages personal 

development for all employees. 

“We can achieve so much more together 

than we ever could individually, and that’s 

why we have such a collaborative culture with 

our franchise partners. We are completely 

invested in not only their success, but also 

their happiness and satisfaction,” said Lizzie 

Cox, content specialist at WOW 1 Day Painting. 

“We have regular working groups around 

franchise partner feedback, and we actively 

encourage a culture where they feel comfortable 

sharing ideas and suggestions as to how 

we can innovate. In the same way, our internal 

operations team is passionate about growth 

and change—helping our system set and reach 

new goals, and constantly looking for ways 

to improve.” 

The team at Our Town America agrees and 

says that listening is key. The leadership team 

encourages employees to present innovative 

ideas to managers and they actively solicit 

feedback from franchisees. 

Over at Payroll Vault education plays 

a critical role in creating a culture of innovation. 

“Payroll Vault believes in education 

and the celebration of a-ha moments,” said 

Jessica Martin, director of marketing & 

EPM at Payroll Vault. “Whether it is technological 

advancements or the investment into 

team development, it is all about creating a 

successful environment. When teams work in 

a successful environment, their client service 

and maintenance is exemplary.” 

Of course, innovation is only possible 

when change is openly embraced. This is at the 

core of innovation for Precision Concrete 

Cutting. “We incentivize innovation,” said 

Matthew Haney, president of Precision 

Concrete Cutting. “Once the team has been 

through several innovations, or iterations of 

the way we operate, they realize that change is 

embraced, and is part of who we are.” 

Barahm echoed Haney’s statement, saying 

that finding solutions requires a commitment 

to trial and error, change and risk taking. 

FRANCHISEE SATISFACTION 

Franchisees who own a franchise on this year’s 

Most Innovative Franchises list are pretty 

satisfied. Consider the following feedback we 

collected after surveying 25,000 franchisees: 

• 86% of franchisees say they enjoy 

being part of their franchise system 

• 88% of franchisees say they enjoy 

operating their business 

If you’re ready to learn more about owning 

your own franchise, this year’s Most Innovative 

Franchises list is a great place to start. 

There are clearly brands that prioritize and 

value innovation, and are constantly looking 

for ways to improve. As a prospective franchisee, 

understanding which brands are the most 

innovative can help you make a confident and 

smart investment. 

Before you take the plunge with any one 

brand be sure to educate yourself about 

franchising. Identify the businesses that get 

you excited. Talk with their franchise recruitment 

teams and visit with existing franchise 

partners to hear their experience. Ask the hard 

questions—of yourself and of them. 

Gary Fortcher 

and Kathleen Mulligan 

Wild Birds Unlimited 

Oakdale, NY 

Owners Since 2006 

FEATURED 

Franchisee 


leadership that led you to purchase it? When we 

were exploring the possibility of opening a Wild 

Birds Unlimited (WBU) franchise, we visited both 

the headquarters office and several existing 

stores. We were impressed by the competence of 

the staff and the level of service provided by the 

Franchise Support Center at WBU in answering 

our questions and guiding us throughout the 

process. We also received positive feedback from 

all the franchisees that we visited. Most of all, 

everyone at WBU was passionate about the bird 

feeding hobby. 

What do you like most about owning a 

franchise? Our greatest joy is introducing the 

hobby to new customers and having them return 

to tell us how they love the birds in their 

backyards! We’ve also been fortunate to be able 

to provide employment to family and friends, 

who have helped us to grow our business. The 

franchise model has worked for us because we 

appreciate not having to be the experts on every 

aspect of retail—we have marvelous resources 

within WBU to fall back on when we need them. 

What advice do you have for prospective 

franchise buyers? Our advice to prospective 

franchise buyers is to look for a franchise that 

supports your passion, then do your due 

diligence. Talk to other franchisees and ask 

advice from trusted sources, such as your 

accountant and lawyer. 

For more information on Wild Birds Unlimited 


www.wbufranchise.com. 



THE LIST 



Franchises of 2019 

* 30-Minute Hit — more on p. 30 

Boxing & kickboxing circuit 

* 360clean 



Business coaching 

Survey 

Date 

June 

2018 

Aug. 


Jan. 


Start-Up 

Investment 

$100,000 – 

$165,000 

$3,750 – 

$11,050 

$45,000 – 

$950,000 

Cash 

Requirement 

Total 

Units 

$40,000 174 

$5,000 80 

$45,000 – 

$95,000 

1,761 


Commercial hygiene service 

Nov. 

2018 

$39,584 – 

$142,400 

$50,000 119 



April 


$87,710 – 

$174,654 

$80,000 107 

* Amazing Athletes — more on p. 31 


April 


$25,000 – 

$55,650 

$17,500 95 

“I believe we have the 

best franchise system 

in the marketplace.” 

* American Poolplayers Association 

Pool league 

Anago Cleaning Systems 


APEX Leadership Co. 

School fundraising program 

— more on 

p. 27 

Sep. 

2018 

Jan. 


Oct. 

2018 

$20,523 – 

$28,408 

$197,000 – 

$298,000 

$81,500 – 

$104,200 

$20,763 350 

$197,000 – 

$298,000 

49 

$40,000 126 

– Christian Brothers Automotive Franchisee 

Assisting Hands 


Sep. 

2018 

$77,050 – 

$149,000 

$45,000 134 


Real estate 

Jan. 


$65,170 – 

$540,000 

$100,000 315 

Bin There Dump That — more on p. 37 

Residential dumpster rentals 

March 

2018 

$72,200 – 

$127,600 

$50,000 197 


Financial services 

Jan. 


$89,488 – 

$178,916 

$75,000 188 

“We were attracted to 

this franchise because 

of the existing code 

of values and our 

appreciation of them 

has only strengthened 

over the years. ” 

– DreamMaker Bath & Kitchen Franchisee 

Budget Blinds 


Burn Boot Camp 

Women’s fitness center 

* Chicken Salad Chick — more on p. 35 

Fast casual 


Automotive repair 

* College Hunks Hauling Junk & Moving 

Junk removal services 

Complete Weddings + Events 

Wedding & event services 

— more on 

p. 32 

Sep. 

2018 

Oct. 

2018 

June 

2018 

Dec. 

2018 

March 


Oct. 

2018 

$110,140 – 

$230,870 

$142,330 – 

$349,150 

$483,000 – 

$648,000 

$458,950 – 

$555,350 

$89,300 – 

$208,000 

$30,350 – 

$48,650 

$64,950 1,256 

$150,000 181 

$150,000 140 

$85,000 175 

$65,000 113 

$10,000 200 

Creative World School 

Early childhood education 

Nov. 

2018 

$400,000 – 

$6,000,000 

$400,000 – 

$600,000 

32 

* Cruise Planners 

Travel agency 

Oct. 

2018 

$695 – 

$10,995 

$10,995 2,571 


Travel agency 

Oct. 

2018 

$3,245 – 

$21,850 

$3,500 1,453 

* DreamMaker Bath & Kitchen 


June 


$133,350 – 

$321,225 

$200,000 – 

$400,000 

36 




* East Coast Wings & Grill 

Casual dining 

Epcon Communities 

Maintenance-free home building 

April 

2018 

May 

2018 

$434,568 – 

$927,930 

$638,500 – 

$3,288,000 

$250,000 36 

$500,000 – 

$500,500 

160 



Survey 

Date 

Start-Up 

Investment 

Cash 

Requirement 

Total 

Units 


Travel agency 

May 


$156,000 – 

$276,000 

$100,000 468 



Nov. 

2018 

$197,172 – 

$313,136 

$80,000 780 

* Fibrenew — more on back cover 

Leather & vinyl repair services 

Nov. 

2018 

$75,000 – 

$101,800 

$20,000 – 

$100,000 

329 



May 


$110,881 – 

$167,876 

$100,000 205 


Window cleaning 

FPC National 


Freedom Boat Club 

Members only boat club 

FRSTeam 

Home restoration 

FYZICAL Therapy & Balance Centers 

Physical therapy centers 

Nov. 

2018 

Oct. 

2018 

March 


Nov. 

2018 

May 


$83,225 – 

$146,200 

$65,000 – 

$86,000 

$144,200 – 

$193,700 

$32,000 – 

$380,500 

$82,250 – 

$390,000 

$60,000 – 

$150,000 

272 

$120,000 64 

$38,000 135 

$25,000 – 

$35,000 

$70,000 – 

$140,000 

55 

396 

“Overall training and 

support are excellent 

with the franchise. 

There are some very 

talented people at the 

corporate office.” 

– Fish Window Cleaning Franchisee 

Goldfish Swim School 

Swim lessons 

Nov. 

2018 

$1,335,283 – 

$3,065,358 

$450,000 – 

$600,000 

96 

Help-U-Sell Real Estate 

Real estate 

Sep. 

2018 

$29,650 – 

$67,650 

$4,950 102 

High Touch High Tech 

Hands-on science programs 

June 


$62,750 – 

$69,000 

$37,650 50 

Home Care Assistance 


Sep. 

2018 

$77,775 – 

$245,250 

$80,000 228 

HomeSmart International LLC 

Real estate 

House Doctors Handyman Service 

Home improvement 


Professional home inspections 

* Image One — more on p. 38 


JumpBunch 

Youth sport & fitness 


Real estate 

Nov. 

2018 

April 


Oct. 

2018 

July 


Aug. 

2018 

May 

2018 

$65,000 – 

$205,000 

$98,000 – 

$128,650 

$60,100 – 

$106,150 

$59,900 – 

$123,700 

$45,800 – 

$59,300 

$183,947 – 

$336,995 

$20,000 144 

$60,000 37 

$61,100 339 

$59,900 71 

$15,000 91 

$183,947 – 

$336,995 

1,143 

“Over the top in quality 

and support. It would be 

hard to believe that there 

is anything out there that 

could compare to the 

extent that goes into the 

success of operations.” 

– Kona Ice Franchisee 

* Kitchen Solvers 


Sep. 


$65,765 – 

$90,535 

$75,000 52 

* Kona Ice 

Frozen treats 

Sep. 


$124,750 – 

$147,550 

$20,000 1,162 

LaRosa’s Pizzeria 

Fast casual 

June 


$800,000 – 

$1,000,000 

$500,000 75 


Children’s retailer 

Sep. 

2018 

$199,875 – 

$384,150 

$125,000 125 


Quick-service 

July 


$192,844 – 

$431,326 

$75,000 96 

* MaidPro 

House cleaning & maid services 

Sep. 


$74,560 – 

$204,450 

$75,000 287 



THE LIST 



Franchises of 2019 


Automotive retailer 


Bathroom & kitchen remodeling 


Brokerage services 

Survey 

Date 

Aug. 

2018 

July 

2018 

Oct. 

2018 

Start-Up 

Investment 

$175,000 – 

$275,000 

$75,000 – 

$138,000 

$48,000 – 

$68,000 

Cash 

Requirement 

Total 

Units 

$100,000 114 

$40,000 – 

$50,000 

174 

$12,000 82 

N2 Publishing 

Private neighborhood publications 

Nov. 

2018 

$975 – 

$5,650 

$975 – 

$5,650 

769 

Network in Action 

Professional networking 

July 


$43,610 – 

$57,500 

$50,000 50 

NextHome 

Real estate 

Oct. 

2018 

$14,500 – 

$212,600 

$3,500 – 

$7,500 

360 

* Office Pride — more on p. 37 


Sep. 

2018 

$59,500 – 

$107,200 

$85,000 137 

Online Trading Academy 

Trading/investment education 

Sep. 


$389,800 – 

$684,500 

$250,000 66 

“This is a moral and 

ethical company. There 

is a strong positive 

relationship between the 

franchisor and franchisee. 

It is a family relationship.” 

– Our Town America Franchisee 

* Our Town America — more on p. 36 

Advertising services 

Palm Beach Tan 

Beauty services 

Parisi Speed School 

Youth performance training 

* Payroll Vault Franchising 

Payroll services 


Pool supplies retailer 

Pizza Factory 

Fast Casual 

Sep. 


Sep. 


June 


Sep. 


Sep. 

2018 

Aug. 

2018 

$63,300 – 

$86,250 

$498,278 – 

$802,420 

$13,250 – 

$155,500 

$49,135 – 

$74,254 

$289,375 – 

$411,200 

$372,000 – 

$562,000 

$70,000 63 

$250,000 751 

$20,000 94 

$42,985 – 

$70,569 

49 

$150,000 257 

$90,000 109 

Pizza Ranch 

Fast Casual 

Sep. 


$1,127,500 – 

$2,526,500 

$325,000 224 


Concrete maintenance services 

May 


$150,000 – 

$176,500 

$100,000 67 

* Qualicare 


July 

2018 

$65,800 – 

$149,250 

$100,000 101 

* Remedy Intelligent Staffing — more on p. 29 

Staffing solutions 

Jan. 


$151,840 – 

$258,280 

$100,000 1,088 

Rhea Lana’s 

Children’s consignment 

Dec. 

2018 

$19,050 – 

$38,950 

$15,000 99 


Business consulting & coaching 

July 


$97,525 – 

$108,500 

$91,525 358 



Feb. 


$108,250 – 

$143,580 

$108,250 96 

* Senior Care Authority — more on p. 24 


Oct. 

2018 

$52,350 – 

$78,150 

$50,000 – 

$150,000 

59 

Service Team of Professionals 

Restoration services 

Sep. 


$78,600 – 

$138,500 

$56,000 34 

Shack Shine 

Gutter cleaning & window washing 

July 

2018 

$50,250 – 

$97,050 

$32,000 64 

Snapology 

STEM/STEAM programs & activities 

Sep. 


$40,000 – 

$90,000 

$34,900 131 



Survey 

Date 

Start-Up 

Investment 

Cash 

Requirement 

Total 

Units 

* Soccer Shots 

Youth sports 

Dec. 

2018 

$41,034 – 

$53,950 

$38,000 249 


Real estate 

Jan. 


$194,650 – 

$627,000 

$63,650 – 

$206,000 

607 


Bookkeeping services 

March 


$77,130 – 

$102,390 

$100,000 94 



June 


$43,200 – 

$56,000 

$25,000 48 

TeamLogic IT 

IT services 

Oct. 

2018 

$160,000 – 

$160,000 

$60,000 192 

TGA Premier Sports 

Youth sports 



The Drybar 

Hair salon 

* The Glass Guru — more on p. 30 

Window restoration 

The Little Gym 


Feb. 


Feb. 


Sep. 


Oct. 

2018 

Oct. 

2018 

$16,300 – 

$67,350 

$154,000 – 

$231,000 

$644,070 – 

$1,348,360 

$64,150 – 

$183,000 

$185,750 – 

$436,000 

$16,300 – 

$67,350 

132 

$150,000 72 

$50,000 – 

$56,500 

155 

$64,150 94 

$75,000 – 

$100,000 

654 

“One of my favorite things 

about Soccer Shots is 

the support of the 

franchisee community!” 

– Soccer Shots Franchisee 

The Patch Boys 

Drywall repair 

June 


$45,500 – 

$66,000 

$45,500 – 

$66,000 

24 

Tint World 

Automotive services 

March 


$149,000 – 

$249,000 

$60,000 – 

$80,000 

72 

Town Money Saver 

Advertising services 

* Truly Nolen of America — more on p. 29 

Pest control 


Sports, school & event photography 


Moving services 


Real estate 



March 


April 


July 


March 


Oct. 

2018 

July 

2018 

$5,700 – 

$17,000 

$50,200 – 

$293,000 

$20,415 – 

$74,725 

$179,000 – 

$585,000 

$16,290 – 

$42,510 

$83,085 – 

$128,885 

$5,000 – 

$12,500 

49 

$35,000 655 

$10,500 179 

$80,000 – 

$190,000 

419 

$15,000 463 

$57,950 652 

“I’m very pleased 

with being part of 

the franchise system 

and enthusiastically 

recommend it to 

potential new members 

when possible.” 

– Yogi Bear’s Jellystone Park Franchisee 

Weed Man 

Lawn care 

Aug. 

2018 

$68,453 – 

$85,513 

$60,000 409 

Welcomemat Services 

Printing & marketing services 

June 

2018 

$60,960 – 

$89,710 

$47,000 84 


Nature retailer 

Oct. 

2018 

$150,837 – 

$260,991 

$40,000 – 

$50,000 

362 

WOW 1 DAY PAINTING 

Painting 

Dec. 

2018 

$67,000 – 

$129,500 

$50,000 70 

YESCO 


March 


$64,300 – 

$350,000 

$60,000 163 

* Yogi Bear’s Jellystone Park 

Camping services 

March 


$100,000 – 

$2,000,000 

$200,000 89 

Zagg 

Electronic accessories 

July 

2018 

$31,000 – 

$60,000 

$10,000 – 

$30,000 

98 



Senior Care Franchises Offer a 

Lucrative, Feel Good Business 

Opportunity for Franchisees 

How the Baby Boomers Are Changing the Way Seniors Age 

Senior care is a booming industry that is 

attracting entrepreneurial altruists, who recognize 

a great opportunity when they see it. As 

baby-boomers age, the need for senior care is 

increasing, particularly for in-home senior 

care—and this need is creating both a lucrative 

and rewarding business opportunity. 

“By 2020, people aged 65 and older will 

outnumber children under age five for the first 

time in history,” said Dave Banark, COO of 

Home Instead Senior Care. “The demand for 

our services is strong now and only going to 

grow exponentially.” 

Nick Way, brand manager at Home Helpers 

Home Care agrees, ”There has never been a 

better time to enter the senior care market as 

an entrepreneur. With 74.1 million baby 

boomers planning to age in place, there has 

never been a greater need for senior in-home 

care than today. The upward trend in population 

needing our in-home care services is 

expected to continue its growth trajectory for 

the next 20 years.” 

In Canada, the demand—and the financial 

opportunity—for in-home senior services is 

just as strong. There are more seniors (those 

65 and over) than children (those 14 and 

under) in Canada. “According to an estimate 

from CIBC, the cost of caring for aging 

parents alone in Canada is more than $33 

billion,” explained Matt Vijayan & Angie 

Kunnath, Home Care Assistance franchisees. 

“This report factors in $6.6 billion out-ofpocket 

costs and approximately $27 billion in 

lost labour productivity and income. Aging in 

place has been a trending factor in the growing 

senior care industry.” 

With such great need, the industry is virtually 

recession proof, remarked Nathan Weber, 

VP of Franchise Development at Qualicare. 

Qualicare team members usually end up getting very 

close with clients because of the support provided. 

Pictured is Peter W., spending time with a valued client 

from Qualicare Big Sky in Bozeman, Montana. 

This year, Franchise Business Review 

surveyed 1,633 franchisees in the senior care 

sector to gauge their satisfaction with their 

franchise and their happiness with their decision 

to invest in a franchise. Based on this 

research we determined the Top Senior Care 

Franchises of 2019. You can see the full list of 

award-winning brands on page 25. 

YOU GOTTA HAVE HEART 

“Senior care franchises fill so many buckets. 

If you build and run it right, you can make a 

huge social difference while being financially 

rewarded,” said Dave Banark, COO at Home 

Instead Senior Care. “The senior care industry 

offers a rare opportunity to make money by 

doing the right thing and by making a positive 

impact on society.” 

Of course, while the financial prospects of 

the senior care sector are appealing to many, 

the majority of franchisees invest in the space 

because they have a strong desire to give back. 

A senior care business is a lot of work; it’s a 

24/7 commitment, which means that to be 

successful you must be motivated by more 

than money. 

Seth Michael, a Home Instead franchisee, 

shared a common sentiment among senior 

care franchisees. “We have the honor of serving 

and loving people each day. Seeing the love 

and support of our care givers in the community 

makes senior care a great opportunity. 

The impact we have had on families and their 

loved ones is unmatched. Each day is an 

opportunity to change someone’s life.” 

Matt Preston, co-owner of a Home Instead 

Senior Care franchise in Portland, OR asks 

prospective franchisees to be honest with 

themselves. “What do you really want? If 

you only want financial success this is not for 

you. Senior care is all about heart, giving and 

expecting nothing in return. Your return is all 

in the positive outcomes you and your team 

will help to cultivate.” 

Michael explained that he chose the senior 

care space due to his desire to pass it forward. 

“It is important to me to live a life of impact. I 

wanted the opportunity to help people because 

there was a time not too long ago, that people 

helped me when I was in need. Home Instead 

Senior Care made it personal. I spend each day 

helping families in need because at one time it 

was my family that needed help and someone 

chose to make a difference in our lives.” 



HOW MUCH MONEY CAN YOU MAKE 

AS A SENIOR CARE FRANCHISE OWNER? 

The senior care space has proven lucrative for 

many franchisees, which is no surprise when 

you consider the need. Still, before you invest 

it’s important to look at the numbers; yes, as 

Preston said, you need to have heart to work 

in this industry, but you also need to be business 

savvy and hard-working if you want to 

make money on your investment. 

$135,625 

ANNUAL INCOME 

The average annual income 

reported by franchise owners 

in the senior services sector 

In a growing space like senior care, there 

is no ceiling to the financial opportunity for 

franchisees who are willing to roll up their 

sleeves and work hard. “Our average franchise 

does close to $1.9 million in annual revenue; 

our largest does nearly $11 million annually,” 

said Dave Banark, COO of Home Instead 

Senior Care. 

According to our most recent surveys, the 

average income for franchisees in the senior 

services sector is $135,625 annually. 

Bill Mishkin, who owns a Home Instead 

Senior Care franchise, said that they were able 

to double revenue in three years and increase 

gross margin by 9%. 

Vijayan & Kunnath said they broke even 

in 10 months and have had positive cash flow 

every quarter since. 

Michael said that finding financial success 

took some time. “We’re still working hard 

each day to make a good living.” And although 

success hasn’t been immediate for Michael, he 

says it has been a rewarding experience, and 

he would recommend the business to anyone 

who is willing to work hard. 

Michael is not alone; in fact, 79% of survey 

respondents said they would recommend 

their franchise to others. 

HOW MUCH WILL A SENIOR CARE 

FRANCHISE COST YOU? 

So, the market looks hot, the profitability 

prospects look good, but how much will it cost 

you to get in? 

The top franchises on this year’s list have 

initial investment requirements that start as 

low as $52,500 and go as high as $245,250. 

Liquid capital requirements start at $45,000 

and go as high as $200,000. You can review the 

costs for each brand on page 25. 

“There’s a fairly low financial barrier of 

entry into the senior care franchise market,” 

said Dave Banark, COO of the Home Instead 

Senior Care franchise system. “Aside from 

the franchise fee (ours is $55,000) you generally 

have relatively minimal start up costs, 

and will need working capital for at least the 

first year of operation. Depending on where 

you start your franchise you may incur local 

licensure costs.” 

When you invest in a franchise you can 

expect to pay the following costs and fees: 

1. Franchise fee 

2. Other startup costs 

(equipment, rent, etc.) 

3. Marketing and advertising fee 

4. Royalties 

Most franchise systems require that you 

have a minimum liquid capital and net worth 

to be eligible for ownership. 

At Home Helpers, for instance, the franchise 

fee is $48,900 and they estimate you 

will need an additional $36,000 to $88,000 for 

other startup expenses and working capital, 

for a total initial investment of $84,750 to 

$136,900. 

FRANCHISEE SATISFACTION IN 

THE SENIOR CARE INDUSTRY 

It might not come as a surprise, but franchisee 

satisfaction in the senior care industry is 

very strong. In fact, the senior care sector has 

one of the highest satisfaction ratings in all 

of franchising. In our surveys of senior care 

franchisees, nearly 90% reported that they 

enjoy operating their business, as well as being 

part of their franchise organization. 

And, when asked about the long term 

growth opportunity for their business, over 

75% of survey respondents said that it is 

strong or very strong. The bottom line: 8 out 

FEATURED 

Franchisee 

Kevin and Cilla Buck 

CarePatrol 

Two Territories in Cleveland, OH 



leadership that led you to purchase it? We 

weren’t initially interested in a franchise 

opportunity but were intrigued by what 

CarePatrol offered compared to other similar 

opportunities in the senior care market. We liked 

the opportunity the business model provided to 

help seniors, the ability to work together as a 

couple and still make a viable income. 


franchise? We enjoy the freedom of owning our 

own business and being the ones that are 

directly responsible for our success. Over the 

years, we have added quality individuals to our 

team that share our same values and have further 

expanded our reach. We particularly enjoy 

helping families through this difficult time in 

their life, but especially those seniors who have 

no family to help them. These seniors become 

part of our family and we are very protective of 

them as we guide them through this difficult time 

in their life’s journey. 


franchise buyers? The advice we typically give to 

prospective buyers is “be ready to work.” 

CarePatrol has such great potential but only 

when you put the work in first. Also, there is no 

such thing as “having arrived” as success requires 

daily hard work if you want to continue and 

ultimately expand your success. 

Safer Senior Living. Your Goal, Our Mission. 

For more information on CarePatrol 


www.carepatrolfranchise.com. 



FEATURED 

Franchisee 

Mike Kearney 

Senior Care Authority 

Rochester, NY 

Owner Since 2017 


leadership that led you to purchase it? I wanted 

a business model that would allow me to utilize 

the skills and experience of a lifelong career in 

sales in a role that was not about selling, but 

instead about helping people and solving 

problems. Senior placement fit perfectly. At the 

same time, I believe that choosing a franchisor is 

like choosing a partner. These seemed like 

people I wanted to be in business with. 

What type of business experience, education, 

and/or skills did you have prior to becoming a 

franchisee that you have found particularly 

helpful? Having experience in sales and 

marketing was a big plus. I was comfortable 

meeting new people, networking and putting 

myself out there. Being comfortable making 

presentations and selling yourself makes the job 

a lot easier. 

What do you like most about owning your 

franchise? With this franchise, the experience of 

helping a family in crisis is extremely rewarding. 

A common response from customers I work with 

is “Oh my gosh, I don’t know how we would have 

done this without you!” There is a feel good 

aspect to this job that I have not found in any 

other role. 

How did you fund your franchise? Did you 

receive any discounts/incentives? I funded this 

(along with my best friend and business partner) 

through a Rollover for Business startup transaction. 

We were able to negotiate a package with the 

franchisor that we felt was a great opportunity. 


franchise buyers? I feel fortunate to have a 

partner who really aided me in doing our due 

diligence prior to start up. My advice would be to 

do your homework and ask a lot of questions. 

Talk to as many franchisees as you can. The time 

you put in before you buy is crucial. 

Senior Advocacy and Living Source 

For more information on Senior Care Authority 

opportunities, call (888) 809-1231 x2, 

or visit seniorcareauthority.com/seniorfranchise-opportunities.html. 

TM 

of 10 franchisees said that they would do it all 

over again. 

Mishkin enjoys running his Home Instead 

Senior Care franchise so much he says he 

wishes he knew about it sooner. 

But, that’s not to say owning a senior care 

franchise is easy. Mishkin explains that it can 

be stressful keeping up with the growth and 

staffing demands of their business. 

90% 

ENJOY THEIR 

FRANCHISE SYSTEM 

According to more than 1,600 

franchisees surveyed 

Also, the industry requires franchisees to 

be on call 24/7. This can be challenging for 

business owners. 

“The best part of owning a senior care 

franchise is serving all the families and 

providing job opportunities within the community. 

The worst part is it’s a 24/7 business,” 

said Michael. “We care for people every hour 

of every day. There is never a day off in senior 

care. We take calls in the middle of the night, 

on Christmas and Thanksgiving. The business 

is never shut off.” 

Vijayan and Kunnath agree. “The best 

thing about our business is that we get to 

do what we love doing. It is a 24/7 business 

and yet it provides immense satisfaction. The 

ownership provides opportunity not only to 

help seniors but also help many caregivers 

with employment and a source of income. We 

currently have over 200 caregivers between 

two offices. The worst part about owning 

our business is that you have to be available 

24 hours, seven days a week, initially. Over a 

few years, you build capacity to hire people on 

call,” they remarked. 

Due to the nature of the business, providing 

a caregiving service for seniors, the work 

can also be emotionally draining. Preston said 

the best part of owning his franchise is changing 

people’s lives. “I love our mission and what 

we do.” But, he says, the hardest part is that 

it’s tiring, emotional work. “But even with the 

difficult things, it’s always worth it,” he said. 

EXPLORING TOP SENIOR CARE 

FRANCHISE BRANDS 

In an exploding field and competitive market, 

there are many senior care franchise brands to 

choose from. As you begin your research and 

vet your options, the FBR Top Senior Care 

Franchises list is a great place to start. All the 

brands on this list have been rated highly by 

the franchisees who own them—and many of 

them have shared their satisfaction reports 

openly on www.FranchiseBusinessReview.com. 

So, if you are curious to dig deeper and learn 

about a certain brand, please visit our website 

to see their scores and to request additional 

information. 

As you review different franchise opportunities, 

keep in mind what matters most to you. 

Roy Wu, a Home Instead franchisee put 

values first. “The Home Instead brand is the 

only one we looked at due to their number one 

stated value, honor God in all we do, and the 

values they believe in for doing good by doing 

well,” he said. 

Vijayan & Kunnath decided on Home 

Care Assistance because they liked their 

science-based approach. “We felt a science 

and evidence-based approach to senior care 

made sense having come from pharmaceutical 

and financial industries respectively. The 

Cognitive Therapeutics Method specifically 

designed for people living with dementia and 

Balanced Care Method, anchored in holistic 

caregiving completely made sense.” 

Preston, on the other hand, was looking 

for strong corporate leadership, which Home 

Instead Senior Care was able to provide “Home 

Instead was by far the most professional organization 

that we vetted. They are supportive 

of their owners, work hard to support the 

brand, are innovative and push to maintain 

their quality,” he said. “They self-manage and 

protect their brand through high franchise 

standards and maintain their positive culture 

through thoughtful hiring of the Home Office 

Staff, as well as diligent vetting of new owners.” 

If you decide that a senior care franchise is 

the best option for you, be sure to talk to as 

many franchisees as possible. They can give 

you unbiased and straightforward feedback 

on what it’s really like to own the franchise 

you are considering. And you can visit 

www.FranchiseBusinessReview.com to read 

reviews, peruse satisfaction data and inquire 

to the brands you are most interested in. 





* Assisted Living Locators 




Survey 

Date 

April 


Sep. 

2018 

Sep. 

2018 

Initial 

Investment 

$87,710 – 

$174,654 

$59,300 – 

$70,550 

$77,050 – 

$149,000 

Cash 

Requirement 

Total 

Units 

$80,000 107 

$50,000 50 

$45,000 130 

THE LIST 


Top Senior Care 

Franchises 

* BrightStar Care — more on p. 27 


April 


$93,048 – 

$154,307 

$200,000 338 

* CarePatrol — more on p. 23 


Oct. 

2018 

$71,540 – 

$88,490 

$85,000 150 



May 


$110,881 – 

$167,876 

$100,000 205 

Home Care Assistance 


Sep. 

2018 

$77,775 – 

$245,250 

$80,000 175 

Home Helpers Home Care 

Senior Care 





* Qualicare 


Right at Home 


March 


Sep. 


Sep. 

2018 

July 

2018 

Feb. 


$84,750 – 

$136,900 

$100,000 300 

$125,000 $55,000 1,049 

$83,000 – 

$141,500 

$65,800 – 

$149,250 

$79,250 – 

$137,900 

$50,000 201 

$100,000 78 

$150,000 588 

“I vetted 16 different 

franchisors when I 

selected Visiting Angels. 

I have never regretted 

my decision. The system 

is built on integrity, caring 

and incredible teamwork.” 

– Visiting Angels Franchisee 

* Senior Care Authority — more on p. 24 


Oct. 

2018 

$52,350 – 

$78,150 

$50,000 – 

$150,000 

57 



July 

2018 

$83,085 – 

$128,885 

$57,950 641 

Visit www.FranchiseBusinessReview.com 

for more Top Franchise opportunities for 2019. 





FBR SPECIAL REPORT // MARKETPLACE 


TOP 200 

FRANCHISES 

ADVERTISING & SALES 

N2 Publishing 

* Our Town America — more on p. 36 

Welcomemat Services 

Town Money Saver 

Discovery Map 

AUTOMOTIVE 


* Snap-on Tools — more on p. 6 

RNR Tire Express 


Auto Appraisal Network 

Tint World 

Grease Monkey 

BUSINESS SERVICES 




YESCO 

* Minuteman Press 




* Remedy Intelligent Staffing — more on p. 29 

FPC National 

Dale Carnegie 

Nextaff 

CHILD SERVICES 

* Soccer Shots 

JumpBunch 

TGA Premier Sports 

Young Rembrandts 

The Little Gym 

KidsPark 

High Touch High Tech 

Drama Kids 


Snapology 

College Nannies, Sitters + Tutors 

Today’s leading brands based 

on FBR’s owner satisfaction data. 

*Full Satisfaction Report Available 

at FranchiseBusinessReview.com 

CLEANING & MAINTENANCE 

* MaidPro 


Anago Cleaning Systems (Master Franchisors) 

* Molly Maid 

* Office Pride — more on p. 37 

Jan-Pro (Master Franchisors) 

* 360clean 

Oxi Fresh Carpet Cleaning 

* Image One — more on p. 38 

Two Maids & A Mop 

Stratus Building Solutions (Master Franchisors) 

You’ve Got MAIDS 

Buildingstars (Master Franchisors) 

EDUCATION 

* The Goddard School — more on p. 2 

Online Trading Academy 

* Mathnasium 

* The Learning Experience 

Huntington Learning Center 

Creative World School 

LearningRx 

The Tutoring Center 

FINANCIAL SERVICES 

* Payroll Vault 

Estrella Insurance 



We Insure 

Family Financial Centers 

FITNESS 

Orangetheory Fitness 

* Crunch Fitness 

* 30 Minute Hit — more on p. 30 

Planet Fitness 

Burn Boot Camp 

Baby Boot Camp 

Gold’s Gym 

The Camp Transformation Center 

FINANCIAL & TAX 

Payroll Vault Franchising 

Initial Investment: $49,135 – $74,254 

Cash Requirement: $42,985 – $70,569 

Total Units: 48 

The payroll industry is driven by small business 

employment, and frequent changes in legislature 

make it challenging for business owners to 

maintain payroll compliance. The franchise 

model provides comprehensive workforce 

services and resources to get you started and 

continue to thrive. With effective technology at 

your fingertips, and a corporate support team to 

help guide you, Payroll Vault opens access to a 

growing need that will fuel a revenue stream for 

years to come. 

Special Veteran Incentives: 10% discount for 

veterans. 

For more information on Payroll Vault 

Franchising opportunities, call (303) 763- 

1829 or visit www.payrollvaultfranchise.com/ 

contact-us. 

HEALTHY & BEAUTY 

Sport Clips 


Cash Requirement: $200,000 

Total Units: 1,848 

Sport Clips Haircuts is a sports-themed 

haircutting franchise specializing in haircuts 

for men and boys in a 75 billion dollar growing 

men’s grooming industry. We’ve helped almost 

500 professionals like you use franchising as a 

vehicle to financial freedom and greater time 

control in their life. Two distinct advantages: 

*A semi-absentee business model allows you to 

continue with your day job while you build your 

investment. *With over 25 years of experience, 

we have a winning formula for marketing, 

training and support that has resulted in a 95.4% 

franchise continuity rate. Ideal candidates have 

leadership, managerial and communication skills 

and enjoy sales, marketing, developing others 

and being involved in their community. 

Special Veteran Incentives: 20% discount off 

the initial franchise license fees for veterans. 

See page 28 for additional top franchises. 

Visit FranchiseBusinessReview.com for brand details. 

For more information on Sport Clips 


www.SportClipsFranchise.com/FBR. 


Helping others has never 

been so rewarding 

FEATURED 

Franchisee 

Susan Palenik 

Cruise Planners 

Cranford, NJ 


Our commitment to the highest standard of in-home 

healthcare provides franchisees with multiple revenue 

streams that generated an annual average of $1,772,699* 

for first-time locations that operated for all of 2018. 

877 689 6898 

brightstarfranchising.com/home-care 

* 2018 Revenue, per our 2019 FDD – Item 19, 

for all first franchise locations combined open 12+ mos. 


leadership that led you to purchase it? I did my 

due diligence. I learned that Cruise Planners was 

the nation’s largest home-based travel agency 

franchise and stood out with their legacy of 

successful franchisees. I purchased a businessin-a-box 

and didn’t have to worry about startup 

costs, marketing tools, technology or a website. 

Cruise Planners gave me a feeling of being part 

of a family and provided support that gave me a 

sense of security that I could succeed. 


franchise? There’s really something to be said 

about waking up every morning, looking in the 

mirror, and knowing you’re the boss. I’m in 

control of my own success. I’m grateful for the 

financial success I was able to achieve, but I’m 

most appreciative of the personal freedom and 

flexibility to work anytime from anywhere. 


franchise buyers? What do you wish you had 

known prior to going into franchising? Talk to 

other franchise owners and see what kind of 

support and guidance is provided to you when 

you first start out. It’s also important to form 

relationships, especially in a predominantly 

digital world. People want to work with people 

they know and trust. Forming personal 

relationships is critical, because once someone 

knows you and has a good experience with you, 

they are more likely to recommend you to 

someone else, and you can really grow your 

network. Learn about destinations and enhance 

your vendor knowledge, use the Cruise Planners 

tools and support provided. It takes time but put 

it in the work and you’ll be successful. 

For more information on Cruise Planners 


cpfranchise.com. 



2019 TOP 200 

FRANCHISES 

RETAIL 

FOOD & BEVERAGE 

* Kona Ice 

Culver’s 

Captain D’s 

* East Coast Wings + Grill 

Nothing Bundt Cakes 

* Chicken Salad Chick — more on p. 35 


Tropical Smoothie Cafe 

Rising Roll Gourmet 

LaRosa’s Pizzeria 

Pizza Ranch 

The Wendy’s Company 

Pizza Factory 

Wingstop 

Fazoli’s ® Restaurants 

Scooter’s Coffee 

Hwy 55 Burgers Shakes & Fries 

Church’s Chicken 

Wings Etc. 

Jason’s Deli 

* Checkers & Rally’s 

Taziki’s Mediterranean Cafe 

Donatos Pizza 

* The Haagen-Dazs Shoppe Company — more on 

* Hungry Howie’s Pizza & Subs 

p. 32 

Penn Station 

Goodcents Deli Fresh Subs 

Brioche Doree 

East Coast Wings & Grill 

* Happy & Healthy Products 

Biggby Coffee 

* PJ’S COFFEE 

HEALTH & PERSONAL SERVICES 

Palm Beach Tan 

Sport Clips 

Fastest Labs 

Sola Salon Studios 

Drybar 

My Salon Suite 

FYZICAL Therapy & Balance Centers 

Any Lab Test Now 

101 Mobility 

HOME SERVICES 

Budget Blinds 


* CertaPro Painters 

Home Services continued 


* DreamMaker Bath & Kitchen 

ASP – America’s Swimming Pool Co. 


* Five Star Painting 

Garage Experts 

* Kitchen Solvers 

* Mr. Handyman 

WOW 1 DAY PAINTING 

* Mr. Appliance 

Shack Shine 

Bloomin Blinds 

ShelfGenie 

The Grout Doctor 

Floor Coverings International 

Closets By Design 

California Closets 

PET SERVICES 

In Home Pet Services 

Pet Supplies ‘PLUS’ 

Sit Means Sit 

Dogtopia 

REAL ESTATE 


NextHome 


Epcon Communities 


* HomeVestors of America — more on p. 4 

ERA 

Weichert Real Estate Affiliates 

Coldwell Banker 

Showhomes Home Staging 

HomeSmart International 

PropertyGuys.com 


Help-U-Sell Real Estate 

Coldwell Banker Commercial 

RECREATION 

* American Poolplayers Association — more on 

p. 27 

Kampgrounds of America/KOA 

Goldfish Swim School 

* Yogi Bear’s Jellystone Park 

APEX Leadership Co (APEX Fun Run) 

Streamline Brands 

Color Me Mine 

See page 29 for additional top franchises. 

Visit FranchiseBusinessReview.com for brand details. 

Rhea Lana’s 




Rhea Lana’s is a national children‚ consignment 

franchisor that was founded in 1997. As the 

leader in the industry, Rhea Lana’s offers 

trusted, upscale consignment opportunities 

to entrepreneurs across America. Rhea Lana’s 

trademarked and innovative software provides 

real-time tracking of sales for consignors, as 

well as item entry via voice recognition, item 

guarantee, and consignor checks on the final 

event day. Our industry first, Rhea Lana Mobile 

App, further enhances the experience for 

Rhea Lana customers, adding increased value 

to our franchise system. Because of these 

superior consignor services, our franchise 

management technology and our unwavering 

franchise support, we are the best in children’s 

consignment. 

For more information on Rhea Lana’s 

opportunities, call (501) 499-0009, email 

franchising@rhealana.com or visit 

www.rhealanafranchising.com. 

SENIOR CARE 

Visiting Angels 




Visiting Angels provides non-medical homecare 

with the mission of restoring hope. Our pillars 

of care are delivered through education, 

support and by providing our franchisees with 

the resources needed to deliver the best care 

possible to clients in the comfort of their own 

home. Established in 1998, our principles have 

remained intact throughout the years as we 

assist with healing the emotional, spiritual and 

physical well-being of the individual. This is 

accomplished through relationship building and 

effective communication with clients, families 

and health care providers. This focus on the 

client has Visiting Angels franchisees averaging 

$1.3 million in gross revenue per year. We are 

America’s Choice in Homecare. 

Special Veteran Incentives: 10% off the initial 

franchise fee for veterans. 

For more information on Visiting Angels 


www.visitingangelsfranchise.com. 


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* Home Care Assistance 

* Qualicare-Family Homecare 


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* CarePatrol— more on p. 23 

HomeWell Senior Care 

* Assisted Living Locators 

* Senior Care Authority— more on p. 24 

SERVICES 


Weed Man 

* Truly Nolen of America — more on p. 29 



* Mosquito Joe 

FRSTeam 

Paul Davis 

Bin There Dump That — more on p. 37 

* College Hunks Hauling Junk & Moving — more on 

* PuroClean — more on p. 32 

p. 32 

Complete Weddings + Events 

* U.S. Lawns 

Property Damage Appraisers 

Shine Window Care & Holiday Lighting 

* Aire Serv Heating And Air Conditioning 

Critter Control 

* Mr. Electric 

Sea Tow Services 

TECHNOLOGY 

TeamLogic IT 

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* Cruise Planners — more on p. 27 


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Bin There Dump That is North America’s fastest 

growing and largest dumpster rental franchise. 

Our unique and simple business model is 

focused on delivering a customer-centric service 

to home owners and contractors alike, thereby 

exceeding expectations and driving repeat 

business. Bin There Dump That franchise owners 

benefit from comprehensive training, guided 

start-up, on-demand support, custom operating 

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animal damage repair and exclusion services 

to homeowners, businesses and industry. Our 

high-demand business opportunity is extremely 

affordable and allows you the flexibility of 

running your Critter Control franchise right 

out of your home. A Critter Control franchise 

opportunity can be available for as little as 

$47,500 (depending on territory size and 

population). 

Special Veteran Incentives: Critter Control is 

recognized as a veteran friendly franchisor and is 

now offering a $5,000 discount on the initial 

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For more information on Critter Control 


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Monica lannacone and 

Michael McFerron 

Dream Vacations 

Tampa, Fla. 


FEATURED 

Franchisee 


leadership that led you to purchase it? Dream 

Vacations is military-friendly and even offers an 

annual Operation Vetrepreneur program, which 

supports veterans transitioning into business 

ownership. Now that we are travel agency 

owners, we love the Dream Vacations model— 

where we can own a home-based travel agency, 

establish our own travel niche, and run the 

business the way we want, while taking 

advantage of Dream Vacations ongoing support, 

expertise, and industry relationships. 




helpful? My husband and I are both in the 

military—he’s an Officer in the U.S. Marines Corps 

and I’m an Officer in the U.S. Navy. We both have 

master’s degrees but our military experiences 

and leadership are what we really rely on since 

starting our travel agency. We have planned large 

conferences all over the world, deployed to 

places with language barriers, and learned new 

languages. 

What do you like most about your job/owning a 

franchise? The flexibility of owning our business 

and making it what we want. Knowing that we 

can live anywhere and travel anywhere while still 

running the business and selling travel is really 

amazing. Michael will retire from the U.S. Marines 

Corps in a few years and we will continue to 

travel together to host group cruises around the 

world. Our travel agency is a great second career 

option, and it’s one that we love. 

For more information on Dream Vacations 


ownatravelbiz.com. 



THE INDUSTRY 

IS STARTING 

TO NOTICE 

Awarded Top 50 

Franchisee Satisfaction by 

Franchise Business Review 

Ranked Top 500 Global 

Franchise by Entrepreneur 

Named Top 100 

Game-Changer Franchise 

by Franchise Dictionary 

Magazine 

2019 Best in Disaster 

Restoration Services 

by FranCompare 

WHAT ABOUT YOU? 

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• Two recession and automation resistant franchise opportunities in one 

• 500% system-wide growth since 2013 

• $1.13M Average Gross Rev per franchise in 2018* see item 19 FDD 

• Higher Net Promoter Score than Amazon, Apple, Costco and Nordstrom 

• Recurring Revenue/Repeat Business 

• 60-70% of “junk removal” is donated or recycled 

• National Accounts 

For Franchise Info 

Call 866-766-0540 

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Awards & Recognition 

Entrepreneur: Franchise 500 

Inc.: Fastest-Growing Companies in 

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Franchise Gator: Top 50 Franchises; 

Fastest-Growing Franchises 

Forbes: Top Franchises to buy from 

Shark Tank 

Franchise Business Review: Top 200; 

Best Mid-Sized Franchises 

Franchise Times: Best Franchises to Buy 

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TECHNOLOGY 

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FEATURED 

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Initial Investment: $160,000 



TeamLogic IT franchisees provide computer 

services and managed IT solutions to small- and 

medium-sized businesses. Franchise owners 

serve as the CEOs of their business and hire the 

IT staff to perform the work. The ideal candidate 

for a TeamLogic IT business is a person who 

wishes to work in a business environment, 

understands technology, and enjoys working with 

other business professionals. 

For more information on TeamLogic IT 

opportunities, call (949) 835-5310, email 

pspaan@teamlogicit.com or visit 

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With an Expedia CruiseShipCenters franchise, 

you can own a retail travel agency franchise, 

backed by the most recognized brand in travel. 

As a full service travel agency that specializes 

in cruises, your Expedia CruiseShipCenters 

location will offer travelers in your community a 

wide range of travel products with outstanding 

service and Expedia prices. We’re committed 

to meeting the needs of our franchisees with 

our Stronger.Together culture, massive buying 

power, award-winning marketing and industryleading 

technology. Build equity and enjoy a 

great lifestyle with our proven franchise model 

celebrating over 30 years of success and more 

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Special Veteran Incentives: Veterans and first 

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For more information on Expedia 

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OWN A BUSINESS BUILT BY FAMILIES 

SERVING FAMILIES FOR 40+ YEARS 

WITH $1.2M* IN AVERAGE UNIT SALES, YOU AND YOUR FAMILY 

COULD BE SWIMMING IN BUSINESS. 

Kevin Jones 

FASTSIGNS 

Santa Rosa and 

Petaluma, CA 



leadership that led you to purchase it? I was 

looking for a local business opportunity that 

would help me establish deeper relationships in 

Sonoma County (I had moved here about four 

years earlier and was commuting to San Francisco). 

I found the franchise model generally attractive 

because of access to established systems, a 

respected brand, and a network of support. I was 

also looking for an established business, and a 

FASTSIGNS franchise happened to come on the 

market. My due diligence confirmed for me that 

FASTSIGNS offered the best of what a franchise 

model could be (and spoke to my creative side), 

making the decision an easy one. 


franchise buyers? What do you wish you had 

known prior to going into franchising? I believe 

that the franchise model, and FASTSIGNS in 

particular, provides a solid foundation for 

success. AND, there is a LOT of information to 

absorb (ie. drinking from a fire hose) for being 

successful. I probably would have moved a 

bit slower in making an investment decision 

(I purchased an existing franchise and opened a 

second within nine months). That said, I will say 

that being willing to ask for help from the system 

is an opportunity that you should not ignore. The 

community of resources from staff and fellow 

franchisees is invaluable. 

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What else would you like to share? The reward 

in owning your own business while still being 

connected to a supportive network cannot be 

discounted. What is important to me? I have 

created jobs for people who contribute to our 

community and support their families. I have 

developed relationships with professionals who 

make a difference in the lives of our neighbors 

each and every day. I am able to support 

programs that matter—Sonoma County Pride, 

Next Gen Academy, and many more—that add 

value to our community by contributing product 

and expertise. 

*For the year ending December 31, 2018, Pinch A Penny had 248 stores open. Of those stores, 238 have been open at least one year. 

Of those open at least one year, the average annual gross sales was $1,257,388. 88 stores (37%) had annual gross sales that exceeded the average. Your 

results may differ. There is no assurance that you will do as well. See our 2019 Franchise Disclosure Document for more information. 

This information is not intended as an offer to sell, or the solicitation of an offer to buy, a franchise. It is for information purposes only. If you are a 

resident of a U.S. state or a country that regulates the offer and sale of franchises, are receiving this message in one of those states or countries, or 

intend to operate a franchise in any of those states or countries, we will not offer you a franchise unless and until we have complied with any applicable 

pre-sale registration and/or disclosure requirements in the applicable jurisdiction. 

©2019 Pinch A Penny. All Rights Reserved. 

For more information about FASTSIGNS 

opportunities, call (214) 346-5679 

or visit www.fsfastsigns.com/own-a-fastsigns. 



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$1,075,062 AUV (BASED ON A 6-DAY 

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13 CONSECUTIVE QUARTERS OF SAME- 

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FAMILY-ORIENTED & PURPOSE-DRIVEN 

CULTURE 

Fast Casual's Top 100 Movers & Shakers [2015, 2016, 2017, 2018, & 2019] 

Franchise Times' Fast & Serious List [2018 & 2019] 

Inc. 5000’s Fastest Growing Private Company List [2016, 2017, & 2018] 

IFA's "Franchising Gives Back" Newcomer Award [2017] 

Nation’s Restaurant News "Next 20" Restaurant Brands List [2017] 

Restaurant Business Future 50 List [2017] 

For Franchising Information: 

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*This figure represents a total of 67 franchised restaurants at the end of 2017, with 49 of those in 

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**Based on performance of franchised restaurants represented in our May 15, 2018, franchise 

disclosure document. 

–DOUG DeVILBISS 

Multi-unit Franchise Partner 

2 Donatos Restaurants 

FEATURED 

Franchisee 

Scott Bowen 

Grease Monkey 

Fort Leavenworth 

& Overland Park, KS 



leadership that led you to purchase it? When I 

was leaving the Army and researching 

automotive franchises I wanted something that 

was different from the others. I had never heard 

of Grease Monkey, but as soon as I saw how they 

operate I was hooked. What really sold me on the 

franchise was the leadership. They’re everything 

you dream of when you’re looking for a franchise. 

They helped me in so many ways and still do to 

this day. 




helpful? I spent my entire adult life in the United 

States Army as a mechanic. I do have a bachelor’s 

degree in another field, but I believe the skills I 

learned in the Army have helped me the most as 

a franchisee. Many of our core values are the 

same as the Army’s. I think this helped make a 

smooth transition into the franchise. Another 

thing about the franchise is that we’re the top 

veteran franchise in the quick lube industry. 

Grease Monkey has worked very hard to get us 

veterans a smooth transition into the civilian 

work place as well as some very nice incentives. 

What do you like most about your job/owning 

a franchise? I love everything about owning a 

franchise, which is why we opened our second 

store this past week. Grease Monkey is great. A 

big issue I hear from franchisees at other brands 

is that once you sign your franchise agreement 

they feed you to the wolves and it’s hard to get 

support. It’s totally opposite with Grease Monkey. 

They have a great support team. They really want 

the franchisee to succeed. 

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Entrepreneur 2018 Top 200 list of 

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For more information, visit 

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FEATURED 

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HouseMaster 

Broken Arrow, OK 

Franchisee Since 2002 


leadership that led you to purchase it? Since I 

did not have any experience in the building or 

construction industry, I determined the franchise 

model gave me the highest percentage of 

succeeding. HouseMaster is the oldest home 

inspection franchise and they had a proven track 

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and/or skills did you have prior to becoming 

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helpful? My previous career of 20 years in the 

telecommunication industry required detailed 

analytical skills and excellent interpersonal 

skills. These exact skills are necessary to be a 

successful property inspector. 

What do you like most about your job? This 

job requires attention to detail with a great 

deal of responsibility. We are charged with 

assisting people to make informed decisions on 

large purchases. The ever-changing industries 

involved with home construction mandates 

constant vigilance to stay educated. It requires 

a dedicated work ethic and a continual effort to 

remain a master—a HouseMaster. 


franchise buyers? Following the system presents 

the best opportunity of succeeding while 

avoiding many of the pitfalls that one might 

otherwise experience. The ability to lean on, 

learn from, and share with the franchise family 

is the best system of support and education one 

could anticipate. 

What do you wish you had known prior to going 

into franchising? It would have been helpful 

to have some business education. Many of the 

decisions necessary to start and run a business 

were not part of the franchise model in 2002. 

Residential Friendly Dumpsters ® 

For more information about HouseMaster 


www.housemaster.com. 


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