Over a small amount of time I have noticed that more and more companies are beginning to franchise our their business’s. In my area, for example, Subway is for the most part completely franchised and independently and locally owned. If you are interested in starting your own business, I believe that owning a franchise of an already well known company is the way to go! You can save a ton on advertising and other expenses this way. Check out some of the top franchises and see if any spark your interest. There are a lot of companies that I wasnt even aware of that franchise their locations. Wow! I would love to own my own Baskin Robbins! How cool would that be?