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Franchise opportunities in California

Brands listed as offered in California, and why availability here can lag other states.

California is one of the states that require franchisors to register their FDD with a state regulator before offering franchises there, so a brand's availability can depend on its registration status. Real estate and labor costs often push projects toward the upper end of published investment ranges.

Brands shown below are not listed as unavailable in California; confirm registration and territories directly. This page is general information, not legal advice.

316 published listings

Business & Commercial Services

World Options

World Options franchisees provide business customers local & international shipping services through the World Options online shipping portal.

Semi-absentee option Home-based option Financing info
Total investment
From $88.6K
Cash required
From $100K
Senior Care & Home Health Services

Always Best Care Senior Services

For nearly 20 years, Always Best Care has provided warm, compassionate and professional care for seniors and others when they need it most. We’re local experts with care, providing a resource for disabled, aging, and senior living delivered through locally owned and operated offices around the country. Some of our services include non-medical in-home care, assisted living finder and referral services, and skilled home health care delivered through a nationwide network of over 280+ franchised ter

Financing info
Total investment
From $89.8K
Cash required
From $100K
Senior Care & Home Health Services

A Place At Home

A Place At Home is a non-medical in-home senior care company offering a unique multi-service approach to care called “Senior Focused Care”. Services include In Home Care, Care Coordination, Senior Living Alternatives and Staffing Solutions. This whole-view approach recognizes that everyone’s situation is different and the need for reliable, compassionate and consistent care from the same company is essential to enabling seniors to age in place.

Financing info
Total investment
From $90K
Cash required
From $50K
Business & Commercial Services

Crestcom International

For over 35 years, Crestcom has been helping businesses around the world turn good managers into great leaders. While other organizations focus on information, Crestcom is all about transformation.

Home-based option Financing info
Total investment
From $91.9K
Cash required
From $75K
Business & Commercial Services

Chem-Dry

Chem-Dry is a leading carpet and surface cleaning franchise providing professional cleaning services for residential and commercial customers. Services commonly include carpet cleaning, upholstery cleaning, area rug care, tile and grout cleaning, hardwood and laminate surface care (where offered), and specialty solutions such as stain removal and pet odor treatment.

Home-based option Financing info
Total investment
From $92.2K
Cash required
From $50K
Business & Commercial Services

Satellite Teams

We provide the infrastructure behind global workforce expansion, including recruiting, HR, payroll, and compliance across multiple countries. This allows companies to access high-quality talent while reducing cost and increasing operational capacity.

Semi-absentee option Home-based option
Total investment
From $92.5K
Cash required
From $60K
Child & Youth Services

Baby Otter Swim School

Baby Otter Swim School has been saving children from drowning for over 48 years using our State Certified program, Turn, Kick, Reach, which teaches children and adults in just Five days. All lessons are private, and the beauty is We Go To Their Pool private or community. The pools the children and adults are most comfortable swimming in. What that means for a potential franchisee is there is very low overhead. There's no brick and mortar. We charge for the five-day programs depending on the area

Home-based option Financing info
Total investment
From $93.5K
Cash required
From $50K
Events & Entertainment

Apex Leadership Co.

As an Apex Leadership Co/ franchisee, you will operate a business that provides a fundraising solution for schools/community organizations/sports organizations while developing students into leaders utilizing a proprietary two-week curriculum that includes health, fitness and leadership training.

Home-based option Financing info
Total investment
From $94K
Cash required
From $50K
Business & Commercial Services

Corporate Cleaning Group

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Home-based option Financing info
Total investment
From $94.2K
Cash required
From $50K
Home Services & Specialty Trades

Action Exteriors

Action Exteriors was built from generations of experience in the construction and roofing industry. Owner Mike Smola comes from a family deeply rooted in homebuilding and craftsmanship, with family experience dating back to 1960. After learning the importance of quality workmanship and customer service under his father’s mentorship, Mike launched his own business in 1983 before transitioning into Action Roofing in 2005. Today, Action Exteriors continues that tradition by combining family values,

Semi-absentee option Home-based option Financing info
Total investment
From $94.8K
Cash required
From $50K
Child & Youth Services

Children's Art Classes

Children's Art Classes is a studio-based art education franchise for ages 3 and up, founded in 1997 by certified art educator Barbara Gay. This is not afterschool enrichment. CAC is a structured art academy with a 27-year proven curriculum that grows with the student through progressive levels. Average student retention is 4-5 years.

Semi-absentee option Financing info
Total investment
From $95K
Cash required
From $25K
Home Services & Specialty Trades

ShelfGenie

As the leading provider of custom home storage solutions, ShelfGenie has revolutionized the way people organize their homes for over 20 years. Our innovative glide-out shelving systems are designed to maximize space, enhance functionality and accessibility, and improve quality of life. As a ShelfGenie home organization and storage franchise owner, you’ll join a trusted brand with a strong reputation for excellence, a low overhead opportunity with no office space or inventory required and a solut

Home-based option Financing info
Total investment
From $95.1K
Cash required
From $50K
Home Services & Specialty Trades

That 1 Painter

Elevate your future with a business built for long-term growth. Founded in 2011 by CEO Steven Montgomery, That 1 Painter has become one of the fastest-growing painting franchises in the nation. Built around professionalism, communication, and customer experience, That 1 Painter delivers premium residential and commercial painting services while helping franchisees build scalable businesses in their local markets.

Semi-absentee option Home-based option Financing info
Total investment
From $96.5K
Cash required
From $50K
Senior Care & Home Health Services

Assisting Hands Home Care, LLC

Our franchisees have a unique opportunity to build a business with relatively little capital upfront that can grow exponentially and is recession resistant because clients are driven by demographics (people are getting older).

Financing info
Total investment
From $96.9K
Cash required
From $150K
Food & Beverage

Break Coffee

Break Coffee is transforming workplace coffee with a simple, scalable, and highly profitable franchise model. We deliver barista-quality coffee to offices and workplaces, meeting the surging demand for premium perks as companies bring teams back together. Businesses love Break because it boosts employee morale and productivity. Franchise owners love it because it’s a high-margin, recurring-revenue, work-from-home opportunity with low overhead and tax advantages.

Semi-absentee option Home-based option
Total investment
From $97.5K
Cash required
From $75K
Home Services & Specialty Trades

Canopy Lawn Care

Canopy Lawn Care is the home service franchise brand modernizing the lawn care industry through technology and science-based treatments focused on soil health. Founded on the mission to leave people and properties better than we found them, Canopy Lawn Care, backed by Empower Brands, helps franchise owners, property owners, and the communities we serve flourish.

Semi-absentee option Home-based option Financing info
Total investment
From $98.1K
Cash required
From $50K
Home Services & Specialty Trades

Clear Pest Pros

Clear Pest Pros is a purpose-built pest control franchise, intentionally designed from day one to support franchise owners. Developed by BELFOR Franchise Group in partnership with an experienced pest control founder, this brand puts franchisee success at the center of every system, tool, and decision.

Semi-absentee option Home-based option Financing info
Total investment
From $98.7K
Cash required
From $50K
Automotive Services

Alloy Wheel Repair Specialists

Alloy Wheel Repair Specialists is a home-based, mobile, B to B, auto aftermarket repair service for wheels and rims. Customers include auto dealers, autobody shops, auto repair, and collision repair specialists. Alloy franchisees generate over $100 million in sales, capturing 10% market share. Ally is the leader in mobile wheel repair, restoration, and custom refinishing.

Semi-absentee option Home-based option Financing info
Total investment
From $99K
Cash required
From $60K
Business & Commercial Services

Cleanest Restaurant Group

We are not just a cleaning company, like every other; Cleanest Restaurant Group is the pioneer in the restaurant cleaning franchise services. There are many cleaning companies out there, but none of them specialize in restaurant cleaning. Be your own boss and own a company that is the first in the restaurant cleaning industry. At Cleanest Restaurant Group you will own a restaurant cleaning service that offers a low investment, low overhead, high earning potential with no direct national competit

Semi-absentee option Home-based option Financing info
Total investment
From $99K
Cash required
From $60K
Real Estate Services

Real Property Management

Residential property management has become one of the fastest growing industries in the country. More than one third of all residential households in the U.S. are rentals and, on average, only 28% of those rentals are being managed by a professional. Therefore, the demand for quality property management companies is extensive and increasing.

Financing info
Total investment
From $99.3K
Cash required
From $50K
Home Services & Specialty Trades

Budget Blinds

Budget Blinds trains individuals to own and operate a home-based business that sells and installs window coverings, via a well-equipped mobile showroom. As the largest provider of custom window treatments in North America, Budget Blinds capitalizes on its buying power to provide our franchisees with the best mix of products, vendors, pricing and warranties in the business, resulting in an appointment close rate over 65%. With a strong national advertising program, award winning business coaching

Home-based option Financing info
Total investment
From $100.5K
Cash required
From $70.5K
Automotive Services

Creative Colors International

Creative Colors International is recognized as the leader in the repair, reconditioning, protection, and color restoration of leather, vinyl, fabric, plastic and carpeting in the automotive, furniture, commercial, and residential markets.

Semi-absentee option Home-based option Financing info
Total investment
From $101.4K
Cash required
From $50K
Senior Care & Home Health Services

Executive Home Care

For individuals seeking companion or personal care for a loved one, Executive Home Care provides a full range of non-medical in-home care and transportation services that provide peace of mind knowing a family member remains as safe, happy and independent as possible in the comfort of their own home. Executive Home Care has uniquely trained caregivers, a passionate leadership team and nearly twenty years of experience helping seniors, people with disabilities and those in recovery to live their

Financing info
Total investment
From $102K
Cash required
From $100K
Automotive Services

Fibrenew

Investing in a Fibrenew franchise opens the door to financial independence and increased work-life balance.

Home-based option Financing info
Total investment
From $102.1K
Cash required
From $25K
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