Best Franchises 2026: Top Franchises for Sale

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Best Franchises To Start 2026

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JETSET Pilates Franchise

JETSET Pilates

ABF Insight: The Pilates market is projected to reach $145 billion by 2027. JETSET Pilates has grown to 270+ studios open or in development since franchising in 2022 — with 24 openings in 2025 and international expansion launching in 2026.

Cash Required: $200,000

Back Nine Franchise

Back Nine

The Back Nine Golf franchise is seeking franchise candidates in the U.S. The Back Nine Golf is a leader in indoor golf improvement and entertainment. One of the fastest growing golf franchises.

Cash Required: $50,000

Menchies-Frozen Yogurt Franchise

Menchie’s Frozen Yogurt

Ignite your entrepreneurial spark in the $8B dessert market with Menchie’s Frozen Yogurt! Lead a vibrant, family-friendly franchise serving 100+ flavors that spark smiles.

Cash Required: $80,000

Togo's Sandwich Franchise

TOGO’S Sandwiches

ABF Insight: TOGO’S is a 50+ year sandwich brand with 160+ locations. The 3.0 model features Speed Line operations, kiosks, and third-party delivery — legacy franchisees report 40-60% sales increases post-remodel.

Cash Required: $200,000

Top Rail Fence Franchise

Top Rail Fence

ABF Insight: Top Rail Fence’s top-third franchisees average $2.2M in gross revenue with 42.8% gross profit margins. 190+ territories operating, 66 franchise owners, and backed by HomeFront Brands with 150+ years of property service experience. Home-based, subcontractor model — no inventory required.

Cash Required: $100,000

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Foot Solutions

ABF Insight: An aging population needs foot wellness solutions. Foot Solutions has operated for 20+ years with 70+ locations, 3D-printed custom orthotics, and 60%+ gross margins in a niche with limited direct competition.

Cash Required: $70,000

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GarageExperts

The $538 billion home improvement market keeps growing. GarageExperts combines vertically integrated manufacturing, declining royalties, and a semi-absentee model for investors ready to scale.

Cash Required: $65,000

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MindChamps International Preschool

ABF Insight: Early childhood education market recession-proof as essential service. MindChamps leads with neuroscience-backed curriculum, world-renowned research team, and 21st century learning approach!

Cash Required: $200,000

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Fresh Coat Painters

Fresh Coat operates a home-based painting franchise serving residential and commercial markets. Six service offerings, descending royalty (6% to 4%), 24/7 call center, and no painting experience required — you manage the business, painters do the work.

Cash Required: $50,000

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The Bar Method

ABF Insight: Low-impact fitness is one of the fastest-growing wellness trends of 2026. The Bar Method combines science-based barre workouts, recurring membership revenue, and 20+ years of brand equity in a boutique studio format.

Cash Required: $150,000

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Oxygen Yoga & Fitness

ABF Insight: Oxygen Yoga & Fitness fuses yoga with fitness in FAR infrared heated studios. 77 locations open, 38 in development, proprietary 27-class format, in-house instructor training program.

Cash Required: $125,000

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Gregory’s Coffee

ABF Insight: Gregorys Coffee just launched its U.S. franchise program in February 2026 after nearly 20 years of proving the model in New York City. Backed by Craveworthy Brands, this specialty coffee concept is one of the most anticipated new franchise opportunities of the year.

Cash Required: $200,000

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Ducklings Early Learning Center

ABF Insight: The U.S. childcare market approaches $68 billion in 2026. Ducklings brings 30 years of proprietary curriculum and waitlisted locations to franchise investors now expanding nationally.

Cash Required: $150,000

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Manage Mowed

ABF Insight: ManageMowed franchisees don’t mow lawns — they manage the vendors who do. No equipment, no trucks, no crews. Home-based B2B model with 92% property retention and recurring revenue from commercial clients.

Cash Required: $50,000

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EverSun Beauty & Wellness

ABF Insight: The beauty and wellness industry exceeds $40 billion. EverSun’s automated model delivers triple revenue streams (sun, spray, spa) with 3-4 employee staffing at maturity and $512,926 average gross sales per location.

Cash Required: $100,000

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Cerna Homecare

ABF Insight: Most home care franchises focus on basic daily living support. Cerna Homecare goes further — specializing in cognitive care for Alzheimer’s, dementia, Parkinson’s, and other neurodegenerative disorders with trainable techniques developed alongside top neurologists.

Cash Required: $50,000

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Dapper Tails Mobile Pet Grooming

ABF Insight: $2.06 billion pet grooming industry with 45.5% of U.S. households owning dogs. DapperTails’ luxury mobile model delivers high-margin recurring revenue with minimal overhead and fast launch!

Cash Required: $50,000

2B Organized Franchise

2B Organized

ABF Insight: Home organization industry growing beyond $1 billion annually as busy families seek professional help. 2B Organized brings 30 years proven expertise with featured appearances on Hoarders and Extreme Makeover!

Cash Required: $20,000

Green Food Solutions Franchise

Green Food Solutions

ABF Insight: Controlled Environment Agriculture market projected to reach $321.68 billion by 2034 as 89% of Americans move to urban areas. Green Food Solutions pioneered the Farm Amenity® model with 8 years of success!

Cash Required: $50,000

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Dumpster Mule

ABF Insight: Dumpster Mule operates in the essential waste-removal category with a property-safe, HOA-friendly trailer model. Backed by Home Brands, the system emphasizes operational simplicity, local relationships, and scalable service delivery.

Cash Required: $35,000

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Kwik Dry Carpet & Air Duct Cleaning

ABF Insight: Smart cleaning businesses diversify revenue streams beyond carpet care. Kwik Dry’s 7-service model (carpet, tile, air ducts, upholstery) plus eco-friendly technology means multiple income sources from every customer!

Cash Required: $35,000

Twinkle Star Dance Academy Franchise

Twinkle Star Dance Academy

ABF Insight: Children’s performing arts education thrives as parents prioritize wellness and enrichment! Twinkle Star’s University of Pennsylvania-researched curriculum targeting engagement and self-regulation sets new standards!

Cash Required: $40,000

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Creative Kids

ABF Insight: 30 million kids want after-school enrichment but 75% can’t access programs. Creative Kids Movement Network’s on-site model serves working parents while giving kids movement and mindfulness!

Cash Required: $25,000

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The Care Concierge

ABF Insight: The Care Concierge is a home-based senior placement franchise — referral fees from facilities, no care delivery, low startup costs. New to franchising in 2024.

Cash Required: $35,000

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Griswold Franchise

“Griswold Home Care is a big believer in the idea that if you do the right thing, then success will come. I apply this philosophy to my business, and we have been growing significantly every year since we started.”

Christine Friedberg

Griswold Home Care Franchise Owner, Alexandria, VA

Budget Blinds Franchise

“I was looking for a way to have flexibility with my young family and leave the corporate world and having this, I was able to have a work life balance. You’re not really selling a product, at the end of the day, you’re selling yourself.”

Kim Lang

Budget Blinds Franchise Owner, Huntington Beach, CA

HomeVestors Franchise

“HomeVestors has provided us with the tools necessary to turn a hobby and a passion into a full fledged business! We have been provided with a turn-key system that enables us not only to locate properties, but also to buy them through HVA financing.”

Ed Enright

HomeVestors Franchise Owner

Fyzical Therapy Centers Franchise

“As an entrepreneur, I’d never had someone give me a blueprint on how to run a business. FYZICAL does an awesome job telling you what the key aspects are to be successful. If you follow the program you end up with a successful business.”

Bill Capraro

Multi-Unit Owner, 7 Fyzical Franchise Locations

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