2009 Low-Cost Franchises

Browse our complete directory of franchises you can start for less than $50K without any financing help.

Automotive Business Services Children's Products & Services Financial Services Food/Quick Service

Food/ Retail Food Sales Health Care Home-Improvement Products & Services Maintenance Personal-Care Businesses

Recreation Retail Service Businesses Tech Businesses Training

Compiled by the editors of Entrepreneur magazine

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Is the Price Right?
How to determine whether a franchise is a good deal or overpriced

Expensive Mistakes to Avoid as a New Franchisee
Building a business has many hidden costs. But learning from those who've gone the road before you can be a great money-saving tactic.

3 Sources of Franchise Financing
Know how to make sense of the current economy and its impact on franchise funding.

Good Time to Get a Deal on a Franchise
In an effort to attract and assist franchisees, some systems are cutting franchise fees and other costs--sometimes by as much as two-thirds.

Can You Buy a Big Franchise?
Can a small fish survive in a big pond? Yes--even in this economy, big franchises are seeking single-unit franchisees just like you.