Potential entrepreneurs who want the independence of running their own business without the hassle and risk of building their own original idea from the ground up often choose to become franchisees. A proven model and the support of a parent company give franchise businesses an edge over new startups, so it's not hard to see why this option is so appealing.
The hard part, of course, is choosing which franchise to invest in. Even if you have a general idea of the industry you want to work in — food service, health care or something else — there are countless options at different price points within each one, leaving you the task of sifting through dozens of websites and information packets to find the one that's right for you.
Business News Daily spoke with franchise industry veterans, franchisees and business experts to aid you in the process of selecting a franchise to buy. [Franchises for Every Budget]