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Home-based franchises

Formats that can start from a home office.

Home-based does not mean part-time. Many of these models involve managing crews or driving to customers. Check the staffing and weekly hours for each format.

152 published listings

Business & Commercial Services

The Alternative Board

Since 1990, The Alternative Board (TAB)® started revolutionizing the business landscape. Since then, our franchisees have helped over 30,000 businesses grow in more than 20 countries.

Home-based option Financing info
Total investment
From $77.1K
Cash required
From $97K
Real Estate Services

Property Management Inc.

US markets available: All except noted below HOT Regions/Desirable: All NOT available: None Available in Canada: Yes (While PMI does not do any locations in Canada, we do take referrals (leads) and E2s from Canada) International Referrals: Yes

Semi-absentee option Home-based option Financing info
Total investment
From $77.2K
Cash required
From $100K
Home Services & Specialty Trades

Five Star Painting

Five Star Painting is a growing North American painting franchise with a primary focus on helping our franchisees meet and exceed their financial, professional and personal goals. As part of the Dwyer Group family of brands, our expertise lies in providing exactly the right tools, support and environment to turn those goals and dreams into a reality. We see it happen every day. Why shouldn't it happen to you?

Home-based option Financing info
Total investment
From $77.5K
Cash required
From $50K
Business & Commercial Services

Focal Point Business Coaching

Focal Point Coaching is business coaching built on real-world experience, proven systems, and meaningful impact. With more than 20 years of experience, we bring disciplined thinking, practical frameworks, and hands-on coaching to help leaders make better decisions and create lasting impact. Focal Point coaches are experienced business leaders ready to turn what they know into meaningful impact. They step into a proven coaching model backed by trusted frameworks, world-class content, practical to

Semi-absentee option Home-based option Financing info
Total investment
From $77.5K
Cash required
From $77.5K
Home Services & Specialty Trades

NaturaLawn of America

No other lawn care franchise opportunity offers you the name brand recognition NaturaLawn® of America does with our exclusive and proprietary line of organic-based products, our marketing and public relations efforts, and numerous association and consumer contacts.

Semi-absentee option Home-based option Financing info
Total investment
From $77.5K
Cash required
From $100K
Business & Commercial Services

Bar-B-Clean

Staring in 2012 out of necessity, our founder needed his grill cleaned and there was only one competitor in the market. Rather than calling the competitor, he capitalized on an opportunity and started his own grill cleaning business. After finding success, he franchised the business in 2014 and hasn’t looked back since.

Home-based option Financing info
Total investment
From $78.2K
Cash required
From $100K
Home Services & Specialty Trades

DDH Home Organizing & Move Management

We deliver a concierge-level experience for busy professionals, families, and individuals navigating major life transitions. Our clients aren’t looking for quick fixes or pretty bins; they’re looking for relief. They want trusted experts who can step in, take the weight off their shoulders, and create systems that truly last. Known for our discretion, empathy, and precision, DDH has earned a reputation for being “expensive, but worth it,” because the value we deliver goes far beyond organization

Semi-absentee option Home-based option
Total investment
From $79.8K
Cash required
From $100K
Events & Entertainment

Fundraising University

Founded in 2009, Fundraising University is the leader in the school sports fundraising having raised over $45M dollars across 8,000+ schools.Their success stems from a positive community impact, low start up and overhead costs, proven documented systems, strong leadership, exceptional training, and exceptional unit-level economics.

Semi-absentee option Home-based option
Total investment
From $79.8K
Cash required
From $100K
Home Services & Specialty Trades

Footprints Floors

Footprints Floors is a unique and innovative business model revolutionizing the flooring industry. While our name may sound like a traditional flooring company, we are far from it! Ultimately we are a labor company specializing in the installation of floors, not the sale of flooring products.

Home-based option Financing info
Total investment
From $80K
Cash required
From $75K
Automotive Services

Champion Lube & Repair f/k/a Smith's Lube & Repair

Champion Lube & Repair is a mobile oil and fleet service company headquartered in Lafayette, Louisiana, built to keep businesses moving. We partner with companies nationwide to ensure their fleets stay operational, efficient, and on the road delivering their products without interruption.

Semi-absentee option Home-based option
Total investment
From $80.6K
Cash required
From $100K
Home Services & Specialty Trades

Complete Pest Solutions

There has never been a better time to own an essential business that contributes to public health and safety. Complete Pest Solutions leads the lucrative industry of Pest Control in providing a low-cost franchise opportunity that provides the equivalent of two functional businesses in one: full-service pest control and full-service wildlife control. From low start up cost to high-population territory allotments, candidates choose Complete Pest Solutions for our accessibility and our revenue pote

Semi-absentee option Home-based option Financing info
Total investment
From $80.9K
Cash required
From $100K
Business & Commercial Services

Fitness Machine Technicians

Fitness Machine Technicians specializes in the maintenance and repair of equipment for commercial and home exercise facilities.

Semi-absentee option Home-based option Financing info
Total investment
From $81.5K
Cash required
From $50K
Home Services & Specialty Trades

Deer Solution

So many business owners struggle with doing all the jobs necessary to run a thriving business.

Home-based option Financing info
Total investment
From $84.7K
Cash required
From $49.5K
Home Services & Specialty Trades

Dryer Vent Wizard International

Dryer Vent Wizard is a scalable home-based, home service franchise. Our in-depth training and support provide our franchise owners with the necessary education and skills to meet their personal, business, and professional goals.

Home-based option Financing info
Total investment
From $84.9K
Cash required
From $30K
Senior Care & Home Health Services

Senior Care Authority

Senior Residential Placement provides assistance to help identify the best location for seniors to live and be cared for at no additional cost to families. These locations can range from larger assisted living communities to smaller residential care homes to locations that specialize in memory care. This unique service simplifies the otherwise daunting process of looking for assisted living and other care services, saving your clients time and money while helping to eliminate the stresses associ

Home-based option Financing info
Total investment
From $85.3K
Cash required
From $65.3K
Automotive Services

Color Glo International

Color Glo businesses provide services for the color restoration of leathers, vinyl’s, velour, fabrics, carpet and wood grain panels.

Home-based option Financing info
Total investment
From $85.5K
Cash required
From $80K
Home Services & Specialty Trades

Fresh Coat Painters

The painting industry has been consistently growing by 5.1% over the last five years and is projected to continue growing as the economy strengthens. If you have a strong work ethic, entrepreneurial spirit, and a commitment to customer service, you are an excellent candidate for small business ownership.

Home-based option Financing info
Total investment
From $86.2K
Cash required
From $80K
Home Services & Specialty Trades

Dryer Vent Superheroes

Every home with a dryer needs Dryer Vent Superheroes – its time to open a Dryer Vent Cleaning Franchise!

Semi-absentee option Home-based option Financing info
Total investment
From $87K
Cash required
From $40K
Business & Commercial Services

DOXA

By joining DOXA®, franchisees not only gain a profitable business but also contribute to a greater purpose—helping businesses grow while making a meaningful impact worldwide.

Semi-absentee option Home-based option
Total investment
From $87.4K
Cash required
From $125K
Business & Commercial Services

World Options

World Options franchisees provide business customers local & international shipping services through the World Options online shipping portal.

Semi-absentee option Home-based option Financing info
Total investment
From $88.6K
Cash required
From $100K
Business & Commercial Services

America's Swimming Pool Company

America’s Swimming Pool Company (ASP) was founded in 2001 based on providing a higher level of service at a more economical price. ASP has grown to be the nation’s largest swimming pool company, offering multiple service categories including cleaning residential and commercial swimming pools, pool equipment repairs and pool renovation. In 2024, ASP launched its Fiberglass Pool Installation Division, creating the only pool franchise that offers every aspect of the business with Certified Pool Con

Home-based option
Total investment
From $88.7K
Cash required
From $50K
Home Services & Specialty Trades

Ideal Siding

Ideal Siding is a growing franchise focused on residential siding replacements throughout the United States and Canada. With a simple and effective business model, franchisees act as project managers, handling sales and overseeing each project from start to finish. This hands-on approach ensures quality and customer satisfaction, leading to repeat business and referrals. While most franchisees start out working independently, the model allows for the addition of a team as the business grows, eve

Semi-absentee option Home-based option Financing info
Total investment
From $90.5K
Cash required
From $84K
Business & Commercial Services

Crestcom International

For over 35 years, Crestcom has been helping businesses around the world turn good managers into great leaders. While other organizations focus on information, Crestcom is all about transformation.

Home-based option Financing info
Total investment
From $91.9K
Cash required
From $75K
Business & Commercial Services

Chem-Dry

Chem-Dry is a leading carpet and surface cleaning franchise providing professional cleaning services for residential and commercial customers. Services commonly include carpet cleaning, upholstery cleaning, area rug care, tile and grout cleaning, hardwood and laminate surface care (where offered), and specialty solutions such as stain removal and pet odor treatment.

Home-based option Financing info
Total investment
From $92.2K
Cash required
From $50K
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