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If you are a natural caregiver or have an affinity for older people then a senior care franchise just might be in your future. Comfort Keepers is one that offers more than a hope and a promise.

Comfort Keepers falls into the non-medical home care category. You provide meals, transportation and companionship to elderly people so they can stay in their homes rather than in a nursing or retirement home. There is a huge and expanding market for this type of service as the Baby Boomer generation reaches an age of maturity.

Here’s the low down on this franchise:

• Franchise fee = $32,500 (low investment)
• Total investment range falls between $56,400 and $88,800
• Third party financing is available
• You get exclusive and protected territories
• Progressively reduced royalties as your business grows
• Full training and support
• Free use of proprietary scheduling software for a whole year
• A full range of services you can choose from
• Operational support from professional franchise experts right at your location
• Intensive 8-day training for new franchise owners and managers
• You are never alone in this business

Senior care is a growing segment of business and will continue to grow in the foreseeable future. With your own Comfort Keepers franchise you can be sure you are making a difference in the community that you love and call home.

Restaurant chains have become a staple to the American economy. That’s what makes them such a good business investment. If you are an entrepreneur looking for the next big restaurant chain then try Moe’s Southwest Grill. It was named a Top Ten Restaurant Growth Chain by Restaurant Magazine in 2007.

Other awards Moe’s Southwest Grill has earned are the Gold Award by Consumer’s Choice in Chains Awards in 2008 and, in 2009, the next “It” brand by AOL Business. Backing up a little, in 2006, Entrepreneur Magazine ranked Moe’s the #2 top new franchise and Fast Casual put the company in the “Top 100 Movers and Shakers” category in both 2005 and 2007.

Liquid capital required to invest in Moe’s Southwest Grill is only $150,000. You can get third party financing and the company does provide full training and support. The company also provides marketing materials including local and national targeted efforts as well as point of sale marketing materials. Moe’s is also constantly improving its menu.

The first Moe’s Southwest Grill opened in Atlanta, Ga. in 2000. That means serious franchisees can be confident that the market for Moe’s Southwest Grill isn’t saturated, unlike some other restaurant chains. The franchisor is FOCUS brands, which also operates world class franchises worldwide – bakeries, ice cream stores and even other restaurant chains such as Schlotzsky’s®.

Learn more about Moe’s Southwest Grill’s franchise opportunity at RedHotFranchises.com.

If you live in Texas and you’re wondering whether buying into a franchise is a good thing or not then you’ll be quite happy to know that Texas is a great place to start a franchise. The laws in Texas are quite favorable to businesses of any kind. There’s no state income tax and it’s relatively easy to operate a business. Since the state of Texas doesn’t have many regulatory agencies to look after businesses and franchises you’ll have many rewards.

Plus, the benefits of franchising itself are enough to consider it. With a franchise you don’t have to set up corporation papers in your state. The franchisor has already taken care of the business structure.

But what franchises are available for you in Texas? Plenty, actually.

Here is a partial list of franchises that are available for purchase in Texas. One of these is bound to spark an interest.

• Doctors Express
• Speaking Roses International
• SportClips
• Team America Adjusters, Inc.
• The Goddard School
• Perkins Restaurant & Bakery
• Kid to Kid
• System 4
• AmeriCare Alliance
• Rapid Recovery
• Border Magic
• Aussie Pet Mobile
• Club Z In-Home Tutoring
• Cash Plus Check Cashing
• Anytime Fitness
• Fruti Franchise
• Victory Lane Quick Oil Change

There are plenty more franchises in Texas to choose from. This is just the tip of the iceberg. There are mobile franchises, work-at-home franchises, top 100 franchises, pet franchises, elderly care franchises, maintenance and home improvement franchises and a whole lot more.

All you have to do is choose the right franchise for you. And enjoy living in Texas.

People love sports. Everywhere you go people are either playing or watching sports, but no one wants to play or watch sports in the dark. And the cost of electric lighting is expensive and skyrocketing. That’s what makes glow tents such a great marketing solution and the provider of them the savior of games.

Owning your own glow tents franchise has its benefits. For starters, you can get in for only a $20,000 investment. That’s low compared to other sports franchises.

Another benefit is you’ll be doing something that other people aren’t doing. It’s one of the most unique sports franchises anywhere on the planet. Here’s a list of other benefits to owning your own glow tents franchise:

• The company offers full training and support
• Glow tents are easy and flexible to build
• There are no electric bills
• Structures are easily removed for emergencies
• Innovative concept
• Doesn’t require a lot of skill or hard work to operate; anyone can do it
• No huge list of rules and regulations to follow – in fact, you can create your own
• Choose your own location
• Can be used by large groups at one time
• You can also arrange tournaments and parties

Customers for glow tents include teenagers, young adults, parents, schools, Little League sports teams, professional sports teams, nonprofit organizations, businesses or anyone, group or individual, who may need to rent or buy a take-down facility for sports and other events – even families for family reunions.

You can virtually create your own market anywhere. Your customers will remain physically fit while enjoying the benefit of watching or playing sports at night without the huge cost of electricity. Get more information on owning a glow tents franchise now.

Are you a computer nerd? Like to work on computers? Like to fix problems? Like to be on a winning team? Like to make money? Like questions?

OK, maybe that’s too many in rapid fire. But here’s a deal for you. Nerds We Can Fix That is a low-cost mobile franchise that allows you to do what you love and earn great money doing it.

The franchise fee is only $3,900, compared to $16,000-$50,000 or more to get into similar franchises. You’ll receive full training and support and since the company has only been franchising since 2008, you’re practically on the ground floor. You’ll have your pick of territories.

In today’s marketplace, there is no shortage of customers for computer repair services and the need will only continue to grow. Most businesses today realize the need for computers in conducting operations and as the world moves toward cloud-based computing, that just makes them all the more a necessity. Who are they going to call to repair their hardware when the need arises?

You want them to call you. With Nerds We Can Fix That you have a built in operation ready to go and the support of an organization behind you.

If you’re over the age of 60 then you likely remember male only barbershops and hair styling salons. It wasn’t just a place for grooming. It was also a place for fellowship and camaraderie. Now, a new franchise opportunity has arrived to bring back the old male only barbershop and hair salon.

Roosters Men’s Grooming Center is the old-fashioned style barbershop for men with a modern appearance. It’s an idea whose time has come.

With $60,000 you can establish your own business and enter a franchise that is growing and with a bright future. And there are only 30 units right now so you are getting in on the ground floor.

Roosters isn’t looking for the typical hair salon franchisee. They’re looking for professionals to train in service and management. You don’t need any experience in cutting hair and if you are an investor with an eye on the bottom line, that’s fine too.

If you’re looking for an old-fashioned idea with a new twist then Roosters Men’s Grooming Center is the franchise for you.

Early childhood development is one of the most important needs in today’s fast-paced education market. Most families have two working adults, which means that every child in those families needs to have access to an environment that fosters learning and natural development. The Goddard School has built a reputation for being a child care facility that does that well.

According to Entrepreneur Magazine, The Goddard School has been the No. 1 childcare franchise in the U.S. for nine consecutive years. You don’t earn that honor by taking childcare and early child education lightly.

The Goddard School’s corporate headquarters is in King of Prussia, Pennsylvania. The company is making an aggressive attempt to expand all across the country and is seeking qualified franchise owners to help it grow. Here are five reasons you might consider joining The Goddard School team:

1. Market demand for early childhood development is strong and getting stronger.
2. The Goddard School has a proven system of success and offers valuable support to franchise owners.
3. Parents, your customers, receive highly valuable benefits when they do business with you.
4. The Goddard School early childhood education programs meet or exceed accreditation standards.
5. You’ll have lots of opportunities for personal and professional enrichment that leads to satisfaction and a sense of self worth.

If you’re looking for a franchise opportunity in early childhood development then The Goddard School is your best choice.

Everyone loves a burger. McDonald’s and Burger King proved that. But how about a gourmet burger?

In recent years, the gourmet burger has taken on a life of its own. Gourmet burger chains have popped up everywhere, but none have been like Elevation Burger.

With a liquid capital investment of $250,000, you can have your very own gourmet burger franchise. You’ll get full training and support and third-party financing is available too.

The menu for Elevation Burger consists of:

• 100% organic, grass-fed beef burgers
• French fries cooked in olive oil
• Veggie burgers
• Hand-scooped milk shakes
• Cookies made from organic eggs and butter
• Salads

And there are no trans fats. How’s that for healthy eating?

You’ll love Elevation Burger’s patented process for cooking French fries in olive oil. It is the first restaurant chain to do so and your customers will love that too. If you want a franchise that will offer food that will always be in demand – and be healthy – then try Elevation Burger.

The hottest franchises to be found can be found right here at Red Hot Franchises. Check out our hot searches and see what opportunities you can find. The following categories of franchise opportunities are RED HOT and we think you’ll agree.

• Most popular – In this category you’ll find great franchise opportunities like Glow Tents, Padgett Business Services USA, Zoomin Groomin Franchise, Lease One and Doctors Express.
• High growth franchises – This category features some of the highest growth franchise opportunities available. You’ll see opportunities like Spicy Pickle Restaurant, Weed Man, Growing Room, Honest-1 Auto Care and The Entrepreneur’s Source.
• Low cost franchises – Some low-cost franchise opportunities include: Dollars Inside, DUCTZ Duct Cleaning, The Zoo Health Club, FiltaFry and Primary Broker System.
• Green & Ecofriendly – In the green & ecofriendly category you’ll find such stalwart gems as Screenmobile, Hoodz, EcoMaids, Hello Eco and Pro Energy Consultants.
• Opportunities for women – We even have franchise opportunities just for women, businesses like Valpak, ATC Healthcare Services, Fun Bus, Supercuts Hair Salon and Anytime Fitness.
• Work from home opportunities – Like working from home? Then you’ll love the franchise opportunities in the work from home category. These businesses include Weathersby Guild Furniture, Guard-A-Kid, The Honey Do Service Inc., The Growth Coach and Fresh Coat.
• SBA approved – If you’re planning to finance your franchise with a Small Business Administration loan then you’ll need to choose a franchise that is SBA approved. Try one of these: Signal 88 Security, Interim HealthCare, SportClips Haircuts, Cartridge Depot and Fit Zone For Women.
• Turnkey opportunities – Some franchises don’t require any set up on your part. Everything you need is provided for you. We call these turnkey franchises and here are a few you’ll find in this category: Renew Soft Wash, Business Partner, Kona Ice, Home Health Mates and Chock Full O’ Nuts.

In each of these categories you’ll find many more to choose from. Some franchises may even fall into multiple categories. Search our hot franchises and find one that suits you and your personality.

If you’ve wanted to start your own massage therapy business then now could be the perfect time. Michelle Lea has built a reputation for herself and the Michelle Lea Massage Therapy franchise is one of the most respected and fastest growing franchise opportunities in this sector.

The benefits to owning a franchise with this brand are enormous. Let’s count them:

• Established, recognized brand
• Low liquid capital investment: $50,000
• Training and support from the company
• Fairly new franchise – started in 2008 – making it a near ground floor opportunity
• Helping clients achieve and maintain healthy lifestyles
• You choose the amount of space you need
• You set your own prices
• You get your own website
• Choice on working with insurance companies
• Offer holistic health care including yoga, massage, holistic nutrition, acupuncture, herbal remedies and meditation
• Do not need to be a therapist to own your own clinic
• Advice from experts on marketing, legal and store layout and design

You can diminish or eliminate the chance of failure by joining a franchise that has a proven track record and a record of success. Join the Michelle Lea Massage Therapy franchise.