After operating coed clubs, working as consultants and working in other areas of the fitness industry, Daren Carter, Mike Widener and Charlie Woodward joined forces to create a fitness center just for women. In 1998, the partners founded Contours Express, a women-only center catering to towns with populations too small to support a full-scale, coed gym.

Contours Express members follow a 29-minute cue tape that keeps them moving through aerobic stations and strength training machines. A fitness trainer (the franchisee or an employee) works with the members during their workouts, providing motivation and other services.

Clubs, which are usually located in strip centers, are about 1,200 square feet in size and can accommodate up to 20 members at a time.

If you don't like kids and don't like computers, don't read any further. If you do like tots, education, and technology, take a look at how this franchise combines all three.

Computer Explorers offers technological education to youngsters, providing software, curriculum, technology certified teachers and staff, and real-life, hands-on education to help kids increase their skills in other areas (math, critical thinking, language arts, etc.). The programs start with children age 3 and up.

Computer Explorers is a home-based franchise. The franchise fee is $30,000 (financing for a portion of the fee is available for qualified buyers). Additional start-up costs range between $17,725 and $36,250. There is a royalty fee of 8% of monthly sales as well as of 1% of monthly sales for the CTCE national ad fund.

Do you love computers? Technology? This is a very solid and in-demand franchise that might be perfect for you.

Computer Troubleshooters franchises help business and home computer users with their computer needs.

This computer repair franchise has been in business since 1997 and they have over 450 outlets the world over. They offer two programs, home-based and service center.

One of the many benefits you will receive with this computer franchise is a world of technical knowledge and support.

Another benefit is that this is not a seasonal market. This franchise will work year round and is always in demand as nearly all businesses today use computers. And there is the home computer user market as well.

With constant upgrades to computers in both the hardware and software fields, you can ensure your spot in a highly the innovative computer industry by becoming part of a continuing market demand. No other computer franchise opportunity benefits more from change than here at Computer Renaissance. We are a full service computer retail store specializing in customer solutions ~ quality refurbished and new personal computer hardware, software and related accessories. Our stores also provide custom built computers, system upgrades and superior technical services to its clientele both in-store and on-site. We service both the consumer and the Small to Medium Business customer.

John L Stedman and Joseph M. Giovannelli founded Commission Express, based in Fairfax, Virginia, in 1992.

With most real estate transactions, an agent waits between 30 and 90 days to receive his or her commission. In the meantime, the agent still has to cover the costs of running an office and paying employees. Commission Express franchisees essentially offer agents cash advances by purchasing an agent’s outstanding commissions at a discount. When the home purchase is completed and the commission is received, Commission Express withholds between 8 and 14 percent in fees. Franchisees provide their own capital to purchase the commissions.

Ask any Comfort Keepers franchise owner about being in the business of providing care for seniors, and they will tell you that it is one of the most rewarding ways they have ever earned a living. With approximately 36 million aging adults in America - and that number is expected to exceed 70 million over the next two decades, a fertile new industry has rapidly been growing, offering an entrepreneurial path to build a business and touch people’s lives.

We invite you to learn more about the Comfort Keepers franchise program where you can achieve success through caring.

Looking for dry cleaning franchises? Comet Cleaners services include dry cleaning, laundry, professional stain removal (pre-spotting), alterations, and expert pressing of each garment.

Comet Cleaners believes in providing fine dry cleaning at affordable prices. For them, it’s all about providing customers with an enjoyable dry-cleaning experience.

As the industry leader in dry cleaning franchises, Comet Cleaners is currently seeking franchisees interested in store development within prime U.S. markets. They currently have over 350 franchise locations in 17 states.

Their operations consultants will assist you in all aspects of your store — from the initial store design and development to store operations. Contact them today to learn more about their dry cleaning franchise opportunities.

Smoothie Factory franchise competitive advantages:

* Smoothie: uses all fruits without concentrates or preservatives.

* Nutritional Products: carries over $30K of nutritional product inventory that is value priced.

* Business Model: two distinct profit centers (smoothies and nutritional products).

* Low Start Up: Smoothie Factory aggressively finds the lowest price on all items.

* Royalty: One of the lowest royalties in the business.

* Support – from finding you the right location, to training and ongoing consultation, Smoothie Factory is with you every step of the way.

In the late 1970s, electronics manufacturer Curtis Mathis Co. established ColorTyme as a distributor for its line of televisions. Willie Talley purchased the company in 1981 and began franchising the concept the following year. ColorTyme stores offer a complete line of home electronics, appliances and furnishings. All products are sold ‘rent-to-own,’ with customers making weekly or monthly payments on their purchase.

ColorTyme is owned by Rent-A-Center Inc.

Combine your passion for cars with a fun and profitable business in restoring the appearance of automobiles. This company will give you the tools, techniques and training to ensure your ongoing success.

Total Car Franchising Corporation is committed to providing its franchisees with leading edge technology and state-of-the-art re-Finishing equipment and processes.

The company has numerous patents, patent pending inventions and proprietary processes all designed to help its franchisees be more successful. In addition, Total Car Franchising Corporation has partnered with Refinish Technologies Inc. a leading cutting edge automotive paint and paint related chemical manufacturer.

This powerful combination of internal product development and strategic industry alliances creates a strong competitive edge for the Colors on Parade franchise.

Interested in buying a franchise? Color your future bright with this classic company.

Color-Glo International is a leader in the leather and fabric restoration industry. Automotive interiors to furniture can be renewed to new with their products.

Why are these franchise opportunities so great? Customers are virtually everywhere fabric is located!

Color Your World has franchise opportunities in Ontario and Atlantic Canada. At Color Your World, the key to becoming a successful franchisee is as much about you and your attitude as it is about your background. We are looking for people who are self-starters and leaders, committed to learning and applying an existing, proven formula. Moreover, we are looking for people who can adapt to inevitable change as we strive to be the best in our fast paced industry. These individuals will thrive on interaction with customers and staff, and strive for outstanding results through superior customer service.

Founded in 1991, Van Nuys, California-based the Color Me Mine franchise provides would-be artists with the studio and supplies to create ceramic masterpieces. Children and adults visit the stores, taking their pick of more than 300 pre-made pieces to paint.

Color Me Mine can also set up painting parties at customers’ homes. The company provide all the necessary supplies, collect the pieces at the end of a party, takes them to the studio for glazing and firing, and returns the completed vases, frames, mugs or plates the next day.

Coit Services, Inc. is the world's most experienced specialty cleaning company. We provide expert cleaning services throughout North America, Canada, Great Britain and Thailand. All of our services feature exclusive patented cleaning methods, specially trained technicians and our unique money-back 100% Clean, 100% Coit Guarantee. That means you can count on Coit to do the job right. We guarantee it. Backed by millions of referrals and over 50 years of service, it’s no wonder the Coit franchise is experience and people you can trust!

When you join the Coffee Time franchise family, you become a part of a success story that developed over the past twenty years in an ever-growing market. Coffee Time's secret of success is the perfect combination of great products, a warm and friendly environment, and great customer service. Combining all of these strong overall corporate leadership skills makes Coffee Time an outstanding franchise opportunity. Future plans include additional expansion in Western Canada and internationally.

Coffee News is a weekly publication delivered to restaurants , coffee shops and motels that also serves the advertising needs of small businesses. It has been proven that people absorb more advertising messages before or during eating, as there is a need for mental input — food for thought– during this time period. Coffee News is designed to take full advantage of this fact.

If you are interested in a starting a great money-making, home-based business and have an interest in publishing, Coffee News has the franchising opportunity you are looking for! Coffee News is a FUN, weekly restaurant publication. Coffee News franchises are STILL AVAILABLE in many U.S. States as well as all foreign countries. This publication can be printed in any language! (more…)

Discover the technology trend that’s transforming businesses across the nation-and how you can ride the IT wave to success in your own business!

Today's businesses run on technology. From sales and marketing to building customer relationships-whatever the mission, IT is mission critical. But increasingly, businesses are wising-up. They’ve found they can-and must-outsource IT services to lower costs, increase efficiency, and keep focused on what they do best-growing their businesses!

Who’s going to supply the must-have IT services businesses need to compete? You are. With CMIT Solutions -the franchise opportunity that will perfectly position you to catch the outsourcing wave and harness it for your success.

Trustworthy and professional, The Clutch & Brake Doctors aim to provide the repairs and service you need, and nothing extra. We want to get you back safely on the road and earn your trust.

Our Mission to our Customers:

To surpass your expectations by providing only the necessary repairs your car needs with fast, skilled service and new, guaranteed parts.

Our Mission to our Employees:

To help good people grow by providing a clean, professional work environment that allows you to achieve your full potential.

This company is on the move up! Name recognition is setting in and you’ll be hot out the gate with this franchise opportunity. Never before has there been such a demand for closet redesign. You can get in on this now.

Would you like to design, sell, manufacture and install custom space organizers for a living?

At Closets by Design, they design, build, and install custom closets, garage cabinets, home offices, laundries, pantries, wardrobe mirror doors, and much more. They offer a wide selection of finishes, accessories, and hardware.

Franchise opportunities are available. If you believe you are the right candidate to own, operate and grow a successful business, then visit Closets by Design today to learn more about joining their leading franchise system.

Entrepreneur magazine ranked Closet Factory The #1 franchise in Closet Systems and for good reason. This is one of the best home decorating franchises on the market!

Closet Factory is the world leader in custom closed design. They emphasize customization in every step of their design and building process, which begins with a free in-home consultation by an experienced Designer.

Closet Factory has franchise opportunities worldwide. They include individual franchise territories and master licenses for entire countries.

If you are interested in exploring their home decorating franchise opportunities, contact them today.