Ranking America’s best and worst franchises

Culver’s, Jimmy John’s and Right at Home have something in common – they topped Forbes’ third-annual list of America’s best franchises.
 
Based on five-year growth, continuity rates and other factors, Forbes compiled the list using data from franchise research firm FRANdata. The winners and losers were divided by initial investment costs: those over $500,000; between $150,000 and $500,000; and under $150,000.
 
Service agencies and fast-food chains made up the bulk of Forbes’ “worst” list, with DirectBuy, Cookies by Design and Help-U-Sell ranking lowest.
 
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