Top 10 franchise opportunities under $100K

Whether you’re breaking into the franchise industry for the first time or looking to add to your existing portfolio, there are always a number of variables to consider when choosing which brand is right for you.

Location, business model and company culture are all essential elements to consider. However, the most important thing to consider is also the simplest, at least right off the bat: How much will it cost you?

Luckily, not all franchise opportunities will break the bank. Here are 10 of our favorite franchise brands that start at $100K or less:

Best in Class Education - Passionate about education? $76,000 is all it takes to prove it with your own Best in Class location.

Liberty Tax Service - Taxes are due in a matter of weeks, but you can take advantage of the yearly tax season by owning a Liberty Tax for less than $72,000.

Honest 1 Auto Care - Honest-1 Auto Care is a major player in the $35 billion auto maintenance industry, and you can start yours for right around $100,000.

Tasty Image - Chocolate sales continue to rise, and for a minimum investment of $50,000, you can be on your way to owning a sweet new business.

Painting with a Twist - For only $75,000, own your own instructional art and wine hangout.

Great Clips* - The fastest growing salon chain provides value-priced haircuts and comes at a great value to franchisees: $75,000.

Fantastic Sam’s - Looking for a full-service hair salon instead? The same minimum investment of $75,000 will get you your own Fantastic Sam’s salon.

Jan-Pro Cleaning Systems - For a minimum investment of $50,000, you can own and manage your own high-quality cleaning service.

Doc Popcorn - In the mood for a tasty snack? Join the largest franchised popcorn retailer for less than $70,000 in start-up costs.

Mosquito Joe* - With summer just around the corner, help people get out and enjoy their yards free of mosquitos. Best of all, a Mosquito Joe franchise can be yours for around $78,000.

There are many things to think about beyond price when choosing your next franchise, but these companies promise great opportunities without killing your initial bottom line. Know of any other great franchise opportunities for less than $100K? Let us know!