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The best conference tip I’ve ever gotten was from Susan Black-Beth at the IFA Leadership Luncheon in February. I always walk away from conferences with a few (soon-to-be-forgotten) great ideas, but Susan’s hit home and I’ve been thinking about it—and working on it—ever since.
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Homewatch CareGivers franchisee Malcolm Junior discusses how he used his time in the military to transition into being a franchise owner of Homewatch CareGivers. He talks about how taking care of his soldiers and their families was very important, and he applies the same standards now when caring for his patients - treating the families well also.
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The 2013 Guide to Today’s Top Franchises takes a close look at the data compiled as part of Franchise Business Review's annual franchisee satisfaction awards. We explore what trends we're seeing in 2013, what concepts and franchise models are most popular, what’s involved from an investment and financing standpoint, and how franchisee satisfaction has fared in the past year.
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Cindy Houser of the top rated AdvantaClean franchise shares thoughts on the first step to finding the right franchise fit, and that is to understand yourself and what's important to you.
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Precision Concrete Cutting
Cash Req: $80,000    Total Inv: $130,000 - $144,500
Category: Services

Precision Concrete Cutting (PCC) has been removing trip hazards from uneven sidewalks and other concrete walkways across the nation for over eighteen years. The industry leader in technology and price, PCC can remove liability associated with uneven sidewalk and assure ADA compliance with a method more effective and less expensive than conventional scabblers and concrete grinders.

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CertaPro Painters
Cash Req: $75,000    Total Inv: $129,000 - $158,500
Category: Home Services, Services

Join the market leader, #1 in franchisees’ AND customers' satisfaction. In 2011, the average gross sales for a CertaPro Painters Business was $700,323—up from $643,577 in 2010 and $549,215 in 2009.* Leverage 20 years of experience in the $40B, commercial and residential painting industry. In business, reputation is king. Our customers and franchisees have made the CertaPro brand the most trusted, most referred and most reliable in the industry. As a CertaPro franchisee, you manage the business, while your crews do the painting. A strong fit for skilled business professionals. Transform your future with CertaPro.

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Home Care Assistance
Cash Req: $150,000 - $250,000    Total Inv: $114,000 - $214,000
Category: Senior Care

Learn from the senior care pros who built an $800,000 home care business in the first year of operations.

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Nurse Next Door Home Care Services
Cash Req: $125,000    Total Inv: $118,350 - $164,150
Category: Senior Care

Nurse Next Door is one of the fastest growing home care franchise systems and is dedicated to building the premier home care brand in North America. With over 50 franchise locations across North America, this exciting business opportunity has proven to have a recipe for success. Offering prospective franchise partners the chance to build a business with a heart, this franchise opportunity is truly making a difference in the lives of seniors in their own neighborhoods. This is the number one reason why our franchise partners love what they do.

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Padgett Business Services
Cash Req: $78,750    Total Inv: $105,955
Category: Business Services, Financial & Tax

We offer small business advice and consultation, tax preparation, government compliance, financial reporting, complete payroll services, and other services important to small businesses.

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Expedia CruiseShipCenters
Cash Req: $90,000    Total Inv: $102,000 - $180,000
Category: Retail, Travel & Hospitality

Established in 1987, Expedia CruiseShipCenters is a global leader in the marketing and sales of cruises and vacations. With a network of more than 170 retail and sales center locations and over 4,000 Vacation Consultants across North America, we provide business opportunities that allow you to enjoy a rewarding business and great lifestyle.

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101 Mobility
Cash Req: $150,000    Total Inv: $110,000 - $148,000
Category: Senior Care, Services

As one of the largest dealers of mobility products and solutions, with a sales force covering multiple states across the country, we are on the move and seeking motivated entrepreneurs who can help us reach our goals. There are countless benefits to becoming a 101 Mobility franchise owner. You’ll own a time-tested business with established standards and procedures, in your own protected territory. You can run your independent business with confidence, backed by an experienced management team. Best of all, you benefit from the professional support we provide.

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1-800 Water Damage
Cash Req: $50,000    Total Inv: $109,000 - $145,000
Category: Services

1-800-WATER DAMAGE� is a low overhead, recession resistant, and simple to operate restoration franchise with a focus on the high margin segments of water damage and mold. When water damage occurs, we use modern technology and equipment to dry customers' homes or businesses in just a matter of days.

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Closets By Design
Cash Req: $75,000    Total Inv: $124,900 - $278,400
Category: Home Services

Join the market leader, #1 in franchisees’ AND customers' satisfaction. In 2011, the average gross sales for a Closets by Design franchise owner was over $2.3million. Closets by Design provides new owners with a strong brand with over 30 years of success and offers a broad product offering; providing a large volume of repeat and referral customers. The proven business model covers every aspect of the business including a comprehensive plan for growth. There are large, exclusive prime territories still available. As a Closets by Design franchise owner, your success is our success and therefore, you are in business for yourself but not by yourself. Become one of the best in the business with Closets by Design.

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Anago Cleaning Systems (master franchisors)
Category: Cleaning & Maintenance
1-800-GOT-JUNK?
Category: Services
Jan-Pro (master franchisors)
Category: Cleaning & Maintenance
Sanford Rose Associates
Category: Business Services
Charley's Grilled Subs
Category: Food
College Hunks Hauling Junk
Category: Services
Barberitos
Category: Food
Ram Jack
Category: Services
Pro Image
Category: Retail
Great Wraps
Category: Food
Color Me Mine
Category: Sports & Recreation