Here in America, it seems only natural to consider owning a business at some point in our professional career; and yet with so many business franchises available- some even requiring minimal start up capital, its no wonder women entrepreneurs are taking the franchise ownership market by storm. Women make up more than at least 50% of nearly all privately owned businesses and firms, and these rates are expected to continue to rise in the next few years. So, if you are an aspiring female entrepreneur, what are the best business opportunities available? Listed here are some of the most popular franchises on the market today:

Food Franchises:
Edible Arrangements- This unique and innovative franchise creates beautiful bouquets out of artistically designed fruit arrangements- a creative solution for gift giving for birthdays, thank you gifts- they are great for any gift giving occasion. Start up: $145,000 available in both the US and internationally as well.

Subway- This convenient and healthy alternative sub shop has been making headlines since their weight loss spokesperson "Jared" lost an astounding amount of weight by eating these delicious sandwiches daily at a local Subway shop. Now they are a household name and are one of the top global franchises in the world, with an array of tasty healthy snacks and on the go foods, prepared fresh daily. Start up: $95,000 both US and internationally.

Maggie Moos- Super premium ice cream made in a variety of tasty flavors, with a great family oriented customer base, Maggie Moos is an ice cream franchise gaining national attention with their quality ingredients and clever treats (ice cream cupcakes!) Which makes this an irresistible attraction for adults and children everywhere. Start up: $200k-375k, US only.

Services Franchises:
Molly Maid-Ranked as #83 out of the 500 businesses, making home cleaning services one of the fasting growing business markets in the nation, bringing in a whopping $3-4 billion in sales yearly-and growing. Amazingly, the service is easy to start up and boasts that entrepreneurs don't actually do the hands on work; they are trained to manage and recruit workers to handle the tasks of door to door cleaning. Start up: $30,000 in the US.

EmbroidMe- A fast growing and unique business opportunity for women, EmbroidMe is a relatively new franchise specializing in screen printing and embroidery for marketing gifts and apparel since its creation in 2000. With 20 billion dollars in sales, and a growing international market, it makes for a very lucrative and easy to own franchise. Start up: $42,000 US and Internationally.

Batteries Plus- Looking for a franchise with no known competitors, with a great support network, in a 24 billion dollar industry? This technologically forward franchise primarily operates in battery replacement, a market which it has dominated since its creation in 1988. The franchise has been ranked as one of the top 25 franchises in the Wall Street Journal. Start up: $75,000 in the US.

These are only a few of the most remarkable franchise opportunities available for any enterprising woman looking to take a chance on creating their own lucrative business career. Anyone woman with the dream of being their own boss now can take part in owning a franchise; and why not? The benefits and experience gained are outstanding; and there are hundreds of franchises available in every industry, with new and fresh business ideas created every day. For those women entrepreneurs still looking for that perfect opportunity; those already seasoned in business leadership can tell you that there is nothing like the feeling of accomplishment that comes from owning your own business.

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