What kinds of businesses are most interesting to buyers now?

Using data from millions of business buyers, we use the tools of data science to spot trends in the growth of small businesses that might spark your interest.

 

Most Active Franchises

These franchises have received the most inquiries among thousands of prospective buyers in the last month.

  • CartCapital - Subscription Based E-Commerce Store

    CartCapital - Subscription Based E-Commerce Store

  • Zoomin Groomin

    Zoomin Groomin

  • SmartMarket Solutions

    SmartMarket Solutions

  • Wealth Automators

    Wealth Automators

  • PostalAnnex+

    PostalAnnex+

  • Five Star Painting

    Five Star Painting

  • ATAX

    ATAX

  • Sam The Concrete Man

    Sam The Concrete Man

  • NTV360

    NTV360

  • Cooper's Scoopers

    Cooper's Scoopers

Biggest Gainers in Franchise Interest

These concepts have shown the most growth in inquiries in the last 90 days compared to the same period last year.

  • Salty Dawg Pet Salon + Bakery

    Salty Dawg Pet Salon + Bakery

  • Comfort Keepers

    Comfort Keepers

  • N-Hance Canada

    N-Hance Canada

  • Mosquito Squad

    Mosquito Squad

  • Ace Handyman Services

    Ace Handyman Services

  • United Water Restoration Group

    United Water Restoration Group

  • Bath Tune-Up

    Bath Tune-Up

  • CarePatrol Canada

    CarePatrol Canada

  • NTV360

    NTV360

  • Wheel Color It

    Wheel Color It

What are the top reasons for owning your own business?

  1. Be My Own Boss 84.8%
  2. Income Potential 55.8%
  3. Lifestyle Rewards 43.2%
  4. Side Business to Supplement Income 38%
  5. Tired of Climbing the Corporate Ladder 22.8%

Business Buyer Motivations

What are YOUR motivations for wanting to own your own business?

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Is this a good time to start or buy a business?

In a monthly survey, 66.4% of prospects for business or franchise ownership in June either agreed or strongly agreed with the statement "now is a good time to start a business."

Is this a good time to start or buy a business?

Small Business Startup Sentiment IndexTM (SSI) Shows Increasing Confidence

Which of these factors will have the biggest impact in the next six months on your decision to start a business?

January February
Funding or access to credit 68.5% 66.7%
Economic climate 31.5% 24.1%
Other (misc.) 10.1% 16.1%
Regulatory changes 10.1% 11.5%
Stock market 7.9% 11.5%
Political changes 9.0% 9.2%
Tax law changes 12.4% 5.7%

Funding remains the biggest barrier to startup.

Most Active Franchise Categories

These categories of businesses have received the most inquiries in the last 90 days compared to the same period one year ago.

  • Home Services 12.15%
  • Home-Based 7.29%
  • Low Cost 6.7%
  • Business Services 6.56%
  • Mobile 6.4%
  • Business Opportunities 6.33%
  • Veteran's 5.84%
  • Woman's 5.12%
  • Computer and Internet 4.06%
  • Financial Services 3.8%

Biggest Franchise Category Gainers

These categories of businesses have received the greatest increase in inquiries in the recent 30 days compared to the same period last year.

Recently Added Franchise Listings

These franchises have become active only recently in our network.

  • CRAVE Hot Dogs and BBQ

    CRAVE Hot Dogs and BBQ

  • Automated Investments

    Automated Investments

  • Franchise Next - Roger Wildermuth

    Franchise Next - Roger Wildermuth

  • SWTHZ

    SWTHZ

  • The Franchise Explorer

    The Franchise Explorer

  • Coast Supply Co.

    Coast Supply Co.

  • Rytech Water Damage & Mold Specialists

    Rytech Water Damage & Mold Specialists

  • Roof Roof Renewal

    Roof Roof Renewal

  • Superior Fence &' Rail, Inc.

    Superior Fence &' Rail, Inc.

  • ShowCar

    ShowCar

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