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The best franchises to currently invest in are the ones that have adapted to the COVID-19 pandemic, a struggling supply chain and new consumer behaviors. Some traditional franchises are dominating the industry, while others are pioneering their respective fields.In April, 1851 released <a href="https://1851franchise.com/what-are-the-best-franchises-to-invest-in-2715528">a list of the top five franchises to invest in.</a> Perennial nominees <a href="https://www.mcdonalds.com/us/en-us/about-us/franchising/acquiring-franchising.html?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=what-are-the-best-franchises-to-invest-in-right-now-2716400" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">McDonald’s</a> and <a href="https://franchise.7-eleven.com/franchise/home?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=what-are-the-best-franchises-to-invest-in-right-now-2716400" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">7-Eleven</a> were ranked highly, as was <a href="https://www.theupsstorefranchise.com/?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=what-are-the-best-franchises-to-invest-in-right-now-2716400" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">The UPS Store</a>. Four months later, <a href="https://www.entrepreneur.com/?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=what-are-the-best-franchises-to-invest-in-right-now-2716400" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Entrepreneur.com’s Franchise 500 </a>list featured many of those same businesses.The pandemic made business difficult for virtually everybody, but restaurants that have made successful adjustments, <a href="https://1851franchise.com/popeyes-launches-chicken-nuggets-despite-chicken-shortage-2716294">like Popeyes navigating a chicken shortage,</a> are desirable investment options. Some restaurant franchises have adjusted their business models in the past year better than others, and investment action should follow a proven history.The <a href="https://www.entrepreneur.com/franchise500?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=what-are-the-best-franchises-to-invest-in-right-now-2716400" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Franchise 500 list</a> gives a nod to other industries, too. The education industry, for example, has seen a hefty uptick in franchise attention with remote learning at an all-time high.<a href="https://www.kumonfranchise.com/?gclid=CjwKCAjwgb6IBhAREiwAgMYKRmUPHh7YPXhQ6J0_yF5AEViG__KfwjdQ1ZrRA0XstfgDoOOjJUP2dBoCCMIQAvD_BwE&utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=what-are-the-best-franchises-to-invest-in-right-now-2716400" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">Kumon Math &amp; Reading Centers</a>, a franchised tutoring service, has gained serious investment appeal. Kumon’s strategy was put in place to address the need for remote learning long before the COVID-19 pandemic (having opened for business in the 1980’s) which puts them in a great position to thrive with a proven business setup.Other franchises like <a href="https://www.servpro.com/franchise-advantages?utm_source=1851franchise.com&utm_medium=article&utm_campaign=what-are-the-best-franchises-to-invest-in-right-now-2716400" target="_blank" rel="nofollow">SERVPRO® Restoration Services</a> are thriving while home services are in&nbsp;high-demand due to more people staying at home. SERVPRO® specializes in clean-up and restoration from fire and water damage.Here are some of 1851’s favorite franchises to invest in, sorted by industry:<ul><li><a href="https://1851franchise.com/best-restaurant-franchises-of-2021-2715223#people">Best Restaurant Franchises To Buy in 2021</a></li><li><a href="https://1851franchise.com/best-child-education-franchises-to-buy-in-2021-2715378#people">Best Child Education Franchises To Buy in 2021</a></li><li><a href="https://1851franchise.com/best-bar-grill-franchises-to-buy-in-2021-2715276#people">Best Bar &amp; Grill Franchises To Buy in 2021</a></li><li><a href="https://1851franchise.com/best-chicken-franchises-to-buy-in-2021-2715275">Best Chicken Franchises To Buy in 2021</a></li><li><a href="https://1851franchise.com/the-best-health-wellness-franchises-to-buy-in-2021-2715127#people">Best Health &amp; Wellness Franchises To Buy in 2021</a></li></ul>

What Are the Best Franchises To Invest in Right Now?

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Some food franchises thrived over the past year, while education and home service industries are breaking into the franchise scene unlike ever before.

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Paris Baguette

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Minuteman Press Franchise Review: 30-Year Legacy in Rancho Cucamonga

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Beansquad

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Right at Home

20-Plus Year Right at Home Franchisee Turned Corporate Insights Into a Successful Home Care Business

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Crust Pizza Co.

Crust Pizza Co. Builds Major Momentum in 2025 With New Openings, Franchise Growth

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