With so many brand options available, what's the best franchise to own? That's a very common question because everyone wants to pick a successful brand to own that will be profitable and enjoyable. That means different things to different people. Franchises are like ice cream, there is more than just one flavor, so everyone can choose their favorite one.

The perfect franchise for one person may not be the right fit for another. Many factors come into play when owning a franchise: investment level, business model, scalability, and even the owner's involvement with the franchise. Of course, there are other considerations: business type (service or retail, home-based or brick-and-mortar) and staff size (large or none at all) just to name a few.

Thinking about what's most important to you in franchise ownership is a wise investment of your time. Really thinking about what would make you happy as an owner, visualizing a day in the life of your new experience, and spending time thinking about what you don't want are all going to help you narrow down brands Some people like the tried-and-true brands, while others find the excitement of being in on the ground floor much more appealing.

A free service that can help you sort through the choices is that of a Certified Franchise Consultant. Our job is to help you research brands so you can ultimately select the one that fits your needs and goals best. We represent over 700 brands in over 75 different industries and we can save you an enormous amount of time and frustration at no cost to you.