Sunbelt is pleased to represent a select group of franchises with a proven track record of success in their field. You are in business for yourself, but not by yourself. These franchises have a proven business system and a known name.

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For information on any franchise below, please email Sunbelt Franchise Opportunities or call Sunbelt Business Brokers at (850) 864-2727.  This list is updated often (at least weekly) with up-to-date franchise opportunities, so please add this page to your "Favorites" and check back often.

Seven steps to Franchise Ownership

Determine how much capital you would be willing to invest in the right opportunity... and what your interests are as well as your personal strengths and weaknesses.  Just remember that many of the franchises listed below are in essence management positions and do not require skills in the business category specified.  Pay more attention to what you consider to be your interests and strengths (such as sales and marketing) than what the business actually does.

Review the list of currently available franchises below.

Print and complete a Franchise Qualification Report.  This may require Microsoft Word installed on your computer.  If you do not have Microsoft Word, you can download a free Word viewer here.

Fax the completed form in Step 3 to Sunbelt at (850) 650-4683.  You may also email the completed document as an attachment to Sunbelt Franchise Opportunities.  We will be in touch with you promptly.  [Note: If you have any problem with the form in Step 3, call or email us and we'll fax it to you.  Our phone number is (850) 864-2727.]

We will work with you to help you select up to three franchises of potential interest.  If you live locally to Destin, Florida or plan to be in the area, we will meet with you in-person in our office.  If you have strong interest in more than three franchises, we will work with you to help you decide on your top three choices.  If after evaluation none meet your need, we will help you select the next three franchises etc.

Each franchise will contact you directly for follow-up.  We will remain in contact with you during the process of reviewing the franchise opportunity or opportunities.  We are at your service, should you need our assistance or if you would like to discuss the information you hear regarding the opportunity.

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This page last updated:    November 11, 2002

Business category	Business description and franchise availability	Cash required (liquid capital)	Total investment	Required Net Worth
Pizza and pasta sit-down, take-out restaurant	From the delicious products to their upscale, cozy ambiance, this restaurant focuses on the guest in everything they do.  Locations are selected with the guest in mind to maximize traffic flow and exposure.  Advertising and marketing plans target a neighborhood guest base to promote brand loyalty and repeat business.  By staying focused on the guest, they are best aligned to to reach their greater goal - to open more than one thousand franchises across the country within the next 5 years and establish the brand as one that rivals any of the upscale food service icons in America. Emerald Coast area - YES State of Florida - YES Ref #FR101 Area Developers Looking for qualified Area Developers to effect the sale and service of approximately 50 franchised "fast-casual" restaurants within a specified territory of approximately 3 million people.  The Company and the AD share in all franchise and royalty revenues 60%-40%.  Must have at least $300K and open a store.	$200K
Self-service laundry business	Full-time results for part-time effort.  Looking for success oriented individuals who want to own a business and not a job.  This concept is an upscale, easy to understand self-service laundry store that requires 15-20 hours per week of the owner's time.  Because franchise stores are computer controlled, the owner can operate the store with a laptop computer from the comfort of home!  Franchise fee $30K.  Financing available. Emerald Coast area - TBD State of Florida - TBD Ref #FR141	$150K to $300K		$500K
Restaurant, Bakery/Cafe, Mountain lodge atmosphere	Owner Operator or Absentee, restaurant experience not necessary.  Very strong returns on buyer investment.  Fantastic concept.  Serves high margin foods such as soups, salads, sandwiches, bakery items.  Not available in NY, MD, or CA. Emerald Coast area - YES State of Florida - YES Ref #FR102	$125K to $150K	$400K	$450K
Real barbeque, sit-down, take-out, restaurant	This is a fresh, original restaurant concept created to satisfy America's growing appetite for barbeque - and to open the door to franchise opportunities to really get fired up about.  BBQ franchise opportunities are available for single and multi-unit development in areas through the U.S.  "Total initial investment" includes leasehold improvements and equipment for a franchise. Emerald Coast area - YES State of Florida - YES Ref #FR103 Area Developers Looking for qualified Area Developers to effect the sale and service of approximately 50 barbeque restaurants within a specified territory of approximately 3 million people.  The Company and the AD share in all franchise and royalty revenues 60%-40%.  Must have at least $300K liquid assets.  AD must open and maintain a 51% ownership in a franchise restaurant.		$250K to $300K
Hair salons	Recession proof, cash, management business that allows the franchisee to manage and keep their full-time job, while opening multiple units. Approximately 1,800 locations, almost "zero" failure rate.  No haircare experience needed.  Part-time commitment (manager runs units, not franchisee run).  This is a cash business with no receivables.  Master Development Agreement available for Panama City, FL. Emerald Coast area - YES (see above) State of Florida - YES Ref #FR104 Master Developers MD territories guarantee only one owner for each selected MDT, with 4 to 20 store opportunities available within these markets.	$150K		$250K
Mobile pet grooming service	Mobile pet grooming service that comes to your home.  A cash business with no inventory, no receivables, few employees and no fixed location where franchises can manage the business and keep their current employment.  Franchisees don't wash dogs; they manage people who wash dogs.  Franchisees are upbeat, outgoing people with good communication and management skills.  Franchisee fee at $17.5K per unit. Emerald Coast area - TBD State of Florida - TBD Ref #FR139	$100K	$135K to $482.5K	$500K
Propane delivery service	Bulk retail sales of propane.  This is a $10 billion industry that serves rural customers who use propane to heat their homes, farms or businesses.  Looking for people with management and business experience that are looking for an outlying or rural based business.  Office may be operated out of your home.  Master and area development available.  Financing available. Emerald Coast area - YES State of Florida - YES Ref #FR105	$100K		$250K
Dry cleaning	Looking for people with management experience, must have strong people skills and be willing to work hard for the first year.  NO dry cleaning experience required.  Must have good credit, total investment $240K. Emerald Coast area - YES State of Florida - YES Ref #FR106	$80K	$240K
Mattress factory store	Retail/assembly opportunity.  Imagine selling custom made, hand crafted, comfortable, luxurious mattresses and box springs for less than branded competition with fantastic margins!  The bedding industry is a $9.1 billion-dollar industry.  Franchisor is the nation's largest Craftsman-Direct specialty bedding retailer with over 70 stores.  Look for people with excellent communication and people skills.  Requires retail and light assembly skills.  Franchise fee $30K. Emerald Coast area - TBD State of Florida - TBD Ref #FR140		$178K
Education/tutoring/test preparation.	Seek managers and salespeople, as well as educators, to operate retail learning centers.  This is a real service business with no inventory.  Offers substantial initial and on-going training and great support.  As the pioneer in the learning center industry, this franchise established their success by responding to the urgent national need for supplemental education services.  This is a high-growth business that is financially and personally rewarding.  Financing available through approved lenders. Emerald Coast area - YES State of Florida - YES Ref #FR108		$139K to $192K
Muffin & Coffee House	Finally a franchise that specializes in gourmet muffins and gourmet coffees.  There are donut chains, bagel chains, coffee house chains, but until now there hasn't been a gourmet muffin and coffee house chain.  Offers protected territories for area developers as well as single unit operators.  Must have a desire to succeed and strong management and people skills.  Franchise fee $25K-$49K. Emerald Coast area - TBD State of Florida - TBD Ref #FR136	$65K	$92.9K to $154K	$150K
Artificial grass	Business uses the latest technology to create and install artificial lawn and/or putting greens at business and home.  A unique and innovative product that looks and feels like real grass, yet homeowners and businesses enjoy maintenance-free lawns that last for years.  A very simple quality-of-life business that is easy to run and operate.  Minimal start-up costs.  Franchise fee $44K. Emerald Coast area - TBD State of Florida - TBD Ref #FR146 Area Developers Area Developer territories available.  Franchise fee: $44K; Net worth $120K; Liquid Capital: $60K.	$60K		$120K
Building/facility maintenance	A unique franchise opportunity to own and manage a facility maintenance services business that has a 42-year proven record of success.  This is a business-to-business sales, marketing and management business, that provides over 20 building maintenance services to our customers.  The program allows you to work "on the business", rather than in the business.  Looking for Sales and Marketing professionals.  Exclusive territories available.  Up to 75% financing is available on franchise fee portion of initial total investment. Emerald Coast area - YES State of Florida - YES (Note: territory requires population of 500,000) Ref #FR109	$58K to $88K	$133K to $163K
Ink Jet refilling service	This first-to-market business serves the massive installed base of ink jet printers for the home consumer and small office market.  Owners manage a minimum of 3 locations to access the demand for ink jet refilling service and products.  Without ink, printers don't work, and there are over 300 million ink jet printers in the U.S. and growing.  Constantly growing repeat business.  Three-pack franchise opportunities, $159K total turn-key price for three outlets. Emerald Coast area - TBD State of Florida - TBD Ref #FR137	$50K		$150K
Pre-employment background screening service	Business-to-business pre-employment background screen; perfect for the corporate escapee with strong management and people skills.  In today's security conscious environment, employers demand to know more about he people they hire and this business fills that need.  Exceptional training and marketing support.  Territory development agreements available.  Franchise fee $35K. Emerald Coast area - TBD State of Florida - TBD Ref #FR142	$50K	$70K to $210K	$100K
Gourmet deli & bakery	The ultimate in quality, quick service food franchises offering several different profit sources including delicatessen, bakery, food delivery and catering.  Available in "Express store" and "Full-service production store".  A very simple quality-of-life type business that is easy to run and operate.  Minimal start-up costs.  Franchise fee $22.5K - $25K. Emerald Coast area - TBD State of Florida - TBD Ref #FR143 Master Franchises Master franchises available.  Franchise fee: $200K; Net worth $300K; Liquid Capital: $150K.	$50K		$150K
Discount dry cleaning	A franchise specifically designed to respond to the growing customer dissatisfaction with high-priced, low quality dry cleaning.  Business philosophy is "the price brings them in, the quality brings them back".  Franchise is priced to be well within the financial range of many who are seeking a high quality, customer service franchise with potentially strong returns on investment.  Franchise fee $22.5K - $25K. Emerald Coast area - TBD State of Florida - TBD Ref #FR144 Master Franchises Master franchises available.  Franchise fee: $200K; Net worth $300K; Liquid Capital: $150K.	$50K		$150K
Multi-service specialized printing	This franchise is at the leading edge of franchising by combining five opportunities into one franchise, which improves the profitability of the franchise.  The five profit centers are: Embroidery, Screen Printing, Promotional Products, Banners/Signs and Transfers.  Combined sales in these five industries are over $50 billion.  Available in "Express" and "Full-service production" stores.  Franchise fee $25K. Emerald Coast area - TBD State of Florida - TBD Ref #FR145 Master Franchises Master franchises available.  Franchise fee: $190K; Net worth $300K; Liquid Capital: $150K.	$50K		$150K
Commercial carpet, fabric & upholstery care	Business-to-business franchise that services a variety of high-end commercial customers.  Fortune 500 companies, hotels, airports, convention centers etc. are their key accounts.  Supported by a multi-billion dollar parent company, this franchise is a sales business with long-term contracts that act like an annuity toward an even revenue stream. Emerald Coast area - YES State of Florida - YES Ref #FR110	$50K		$150K
Sports theme hair salon, men & boys	A one-of-kind place for men and boys to get their hair cut in an entertaining sports environment.  This franchise is designed for the investment buyer that would like to keep his or her job and is looking for a recession proof cash management business.  Single ($50K liquidity), Package ($100K liquidity) and Area Developer ($200K liquidity) franchises available. Emerald Coast area - NOT YET, IN THE FUTURE State of Florida - NOT YET, IN THE FUTURE Ref #FR111	$50K
Household closet and storage systems	This is a low product cost - high gross margin business.  Ideal candidate should be marketing and sales oriented and enjoy dealing with people.  Business requires ~ 3500-5000 SF in light industrial/office park space.  Company has been in business for 15 years. All advertising/marketing programs are developed and proven for lead generation.  Truly a ground floor opportunity since franchising just began in 2000.  Franchise available in all areas except NY, HI, IN, MN, ND, SD, RI and WI.  Excellent franchise for Emerald Coast area due to exploding home construction in the area. Emerald Coast area - YES State of Florida - YES Ref #FR132		$95K to $135K
Personnel services	Looking for self-starting individuals with service industry sales/management experience and the desire to "be their own boss" in the personnel services industry.  The temporary staffing industry has become the ultimate outsourcing service in America today.  According to a U.S. Chamber of Commerce survey, 98% of all companies use some form of personnel staffing. Emerald Coast area - YES State of Florida - YES Ref #FR113		$59K to $105K
Direct mail advertising	Love Sales?  If so, this is your franchise!   The franchise is one of the fastest growing direct mail franchises today.  It is a home-based franchise with superior direct mail products, no inventory and virtually no overhead costs.  Direct sales experience a "plus". Emerald Coast area - YES State of Florida - YES Ref #FR114	$50K
Business-to-business service for residential home maintenance	A business-to-business franchise offering three services: (1) Builder's Warranty Callback Service - purchased by residential homebuilders, (2) Home Maintenance Plan - sold to Realtors for their homebuyers, and (3) Maintenance and Home Repair - purchased by property management companies.  Franchise support includes training, information hotline, service sales support, software support, research & development, annual review and service reports. Emerald Coast area - YES State of Florida - YES Ref #FR133		$100K
Non-franchise, city employee training	This proven "workshops for cities" training program focuses on an untapped market of city employee training and yields excellent financial return.  Looking for self-confident, energetic, enthusiastic individuals who enjoy being in front of an audience and are looking for a start-up home-based business.  Company has been in business since 1985. Emerald Coast area - YES State of Florida - YES Ref #FR115	$49K	$70K
Full-service print shop	This is not your father's print shop! They are a full-service print shop without the presses and the pressmen and ink and maintenance associated with printing. That's right, all of the printing is handled by one central location, which has cut the cost of owning a print shop in two! They still offer printing, copying, packaging, shipping and much more - but now without the heavy investment and complexity associated with traditional printing shops.  Our newest franchise, all areas are available. Emerald Coast area - YES State of Florida - YES Ref #FR147	$45K
Deli sandwiches, subs, ice cream & yogurt	Combine the best of two "All American" foods - baked & deli-style sandwiches and ice cream.  A fun people business with popular meal and snack items sold throughout the day for increased sales and profits.  Low inventory and no long restaurant hours.  Stores are located in regional malls and neighborhood shopping centers.  Available only: West of Minnesota including Texas. Emerald Coast area - NO State of Florida - NO Ref #FR116	$40K	$135K average	$200K
Full-service sign company	This is a business-to-business franchise that requires good customer service and communication skills.  High growth, high profit industry with few employees and multiple location opportunity.  Requires $40K and good credit. Emerald Coast area - YES State of Florida - YES (Note: territory requires population of 150,000) Ref #FR117	$40K	$100K
Tanning salon	If you want to keep your full-time job or work in a fun and exciting environment, this franchise is for you.  Be a part of the fastest growing tanning franchise in the country.  Multi-unit, area development opportunities available. Emerald Coast area - YES State of Florida - YES Ref #FR118	$40K
Customer packing and shipping (note: this is NOT a Mailbox etc. type business)	Looking for self-motivated individuals who are creative decision makers and are willing to follow a proven business system.  Franchise needs people who will go out seeking business rather than wait for it to walk in the door.  Franchises need to be flexible and have good communication skills.  Financing is available. Emerald Coast area - ? State of Florida - ? Ref #FR120	$40K	$75K to $101K
Transmission service and repair	Auto transmission specialists.  Looking for people with at least $40K and good credit, with good interpersonal and business skills, who are comfortable with automotive.  Mechanical experience is not necessary. Emerald Coast area - YES State of Florida - YES Ref #FR121	$40K
Full service picture framing	For people who enjoy a hands-on, artistic retail and service environment.  They should appreciate artwork and delight in helping people decorate their home/office.  Looking for management, communication, organization and people skills.  Financing is available.  Must have good credit and $35K. Emerald Coast area - YES State of Florida - YES Ref #FR122	$35K	$97K to $143K
Car interior repair specialists	This is a low overhead high profit opportunity.  No experience is necessary.  Sales skills are a bonus.  Looking for franchisees who want to operate multiple mobile units within their franchise territory.  Positive cash flow in as little as three weeks. Emerald Coast area - NO State of Florida - YES Ref #FR123	$35K
Mall or destination center framing & art	For people who enjoy and appreciate art retail.  Ideal candidate will have strong management, communication, people and organizational skills and enjoy working in creative atmospheres.  Financing available, must have $35K and good credit. Emerald Coast area - YES State of Florida - YES Ref #FR124	$35K	$226K to $275K
Independent Software Vendor (ISV)	Become an ISV for a line of comprehensive management software for use in private schools (K-8 & 9-12), Catholic Parishes, and Nonprofit Fundraising Organization.  This is not a franchise so you will run your own sales and support business.  Work from anywhere... you don't need a showroom, warehouse or employees.  The software and documentation you deliver will be on CD media.  There are 14 modules in the complete system; an entry level sales will net you over $4.2K; a large sale will net you over $17K.  All territories are open with the following exceptions: KY and Cincinnati Metro area; plus, the following states require filings that have not yet been initiated: IN, IA, LA, ME, MD, MI, MN, NE, NH, NC, OK, SC, SD, UT, VA, and WA.  All other states have available territories now. Emerald Coast area - YES State of Florida - YES Ref #FR131	$35K
Mobile window coverings	Looking for people who'll enjoy working with customers purchasing a new home or remodeling.  Previous sales experience a "plus" but not decorator or designer experience necessary to become successful in this $5 billion industry.  Business works as well for men as for women. No inventory and no accounts receivables.  Financing is available. Emerald Coast area - YES State of Florida - YES Ref #FR125	$35K
Postal and business services	Mail center franchise looking for energetic, enthusiastic individuals who enjoy management, marketing and understand the importance of customer service.  This is a complete postal and business service center which offers up to 30 different products and services. Emerald Coast area - ? State of Florida - ? Ref #FR126	$30K	$82K to $118K
Automotive engine replacement	Looking for the perfect business?  Do you want a low entry fee, limited employees and employee problems?  How about a business with a large average ticket income and high profit margins?  Does five days a week appeal to you?  A business without demand for high cost real estate interest you?  If you like the automotive business and want to manage a business, not be in one that runs you, then you have found it and they want you.  No mechanical experience preferred.  Area developers available for the right person.  13-year proven system in which they provide full hands-on training and on-going support. Emerald Coast area - ? State of Florida - ? Ref #FR127		$103K to $130K
2 Sub Shops	SOLD.  Existing business.  This is a fantastic opportunity to be part of the world's largest submarine sandwich franchiser network at an extremely reasonable price. For the past 38 years this worldwide, well-known franchise has been continually ranked among the top franchise opportunities. The franchise has a snazzy look and exciting new menu items including a tasty & healthy wrap sandwich and a new grilled sandwich selection in addition to the much acclaimed & traditional offerings of subs & salads. The cost to open the doors of a new franchise is estimated to be between $130K and $150K. Many franchise holders elect to expand to two locations strategically located in a local market at a cost of up to $300K. This franchise already has two well established locations!  $65K for both locations, only $20K cash down required.  Price recently reduced, this franchise business will not be on the market long. Emerald Coast area - YES State of Florida - NO Ref #FR134	$20K	$65K
Residential cleaning / maid service	Franchise owners come from all walks of life.  They have strong people skills, are good organizers and are comfortable with sales.  Franchise owners do not clean, they manage others.  Currently 540+ franchises worldwide, a leader in the business. Emerald Coast area - YES State of Florida - YES Ref #FR128	$20K	$47K to $111K	$150K
Dry cleaning pick-up and delivery	Owners are self motivated individuals that want to control their own destiny.  Take advantage of the $10 billion dry cleaning industry without the hot work space and expensive equipment and without being a dry cleaner.  According to industry surveys, the vast majority of dry cleaning customers base their purchase on one thing: convenience.  Dry cleaning today is a very fragmented industry that has made little progress in taking the hassle out of the dry cleaning process and making it move convenient for the consumer.  This franchise has the solution! Emerald Coast area - YES State of Florida - YES Ref #FR129	$20K		$150K
Home maintenance and repair	Handyman service.  Your success is in properly managing your business, not fixing sliding doors.  Good management skills a must, communication skills important.  Looking for net worth of $150K+. Emerald Coast area - YES State of Florida - YES Ref #FR130	$20K	$47K to $111K	$150K
Commercial lease broker	For a fee of $14,950 you'll receive virtually everything you need to establish your career in commercial leasing -- except only for office space (which could be in your home), a personal computer, and a phone and fax machine.  You will receive 3 days of intense training (with first class facilities and accommodations), 6 months of proactive, professional support, access to premier funding sources, comprehensive course manuals, an HP12-C financial calculator, a solid leasing library and a 1-year subscription to a leading industry newspaper. Emerald Coast area - YES State of Florida - YES Ref #FR135	$15K to $25K
Inventory consulting service	This company leads the inventory consulting services industry, and is quickly expanding. ANY retail or wholesale company is a potential customer. Repeat business is expected once you have serviced a client, so you can watch your business grow. The franchisor will give you the experience to service national, regional and local accounts, stand-alone stores or chains.  Advantage are specialized inventory software, in-depth office owner training, continued support and immediate income.  Franchise fee $22.5K Emerald Coast area - TBD State of Florida - TBD Ref #FR138		starts at $30K