Dec 11, 2016 11:19 PM EST | By Staff Reporter
So you think you want to buy a franchise but you’re not so sure it would be the right choice. After all, why should you spend a premium on a big name when you can just duplicate their efforts? Think again.
1) The Power of the Franchisor's Brand
2) Advertising Programs
3) Opening and Operating Experience
4) Reputation
5) Support
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| RANK | FRANCHISE NAME | STARUP COSTS |
|---|---|---|
| 1 | Taco Bell | $576K - $3.4M |
| 2 | Popeyes | $384K - $3.7M |
| 3 | Jersey Mike's Subs | $214K - $1.4M |
| 4 | The UPS Store | $122K - $508K |
| 5 | Dunkin' | $438K - $1.8M |
| 6 | Kumon | $68K - $147K |
| 7 | Ace Hardware | $579K - $1.9M |
| 8 | Culver's | $2.5M - $7.2M |
| 9 | Hampton by Hilton | $12.8M - $24.1M |
| 10 | Wingstop | $326K - $975K |
