The top 50 franchises of 2015

The decision to open a franchise can be a game changer for any business enthusiast.Entrepreneur.com recently compiled a list of the top franchises in2015based on their Franchise 500 score. The score is based on expansion plans, financial stability, and cost to open a franchise.From cleaning services, to restaurants, to hotels here is a list of the top 50 franchises in 2015.Hayley FitzPatrick contributed to this story.SEE ALSO:The top 37 retail brands for millennialsFOLLOW US:On Facebook50. Budget Blinds Inc.Number of franchises:971Cost to open a franchise:$89,000 - $187,000Why it's hot: The company stocks an assorted selection of blinds, shutters, drapes, and more at all price points. People love Budget Blinds because it makes the process of finding installations and fixtures for your home easier and less stressful. The blinds company offersat-home service and freeestimates.49. Carl's Jr. RestaurantsNumber of franchises:998Cost to open a franchise:$1,000,000 - $2,000,000Why it's hot: Carl's Jr. is known for its provocative advertising campaigns. These ads attract a lot of attention to the company and bring in franchisees. The chain can also bedual-branded with Green Burrito, a Mexicanrestaurant chain run by CKE Restaurants.48. Merry MaidsNumber of franchises: 1,506Cost to open a franchise:$60,000 - $186,000Why it's hot:Merry Maids is based in Memphis, Tennessee andcleans more than 300,000 homes, apartments and condominiums each month.See the rest of the story at Business Insider
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