Entrepreneur's 2012 Franchise 500 List

December 15, 2011

TOP STORIES Franchise 500 List for 2012 We reveal our annual ranking of America's top franchises. Find out whether customers are returning to tried-and-true brands. And the No. 1 Franchise Is. . . Hampton Hotels The chain continues to dominate, holding on to the top spot in this year's Franchise 500 ranking. The Top 10 Franchises for 2012 These franchises made their way to the top by giving customers what they want: tasty food, quick service, quality care and non-pointy soap. Three Franchise Industries to Watch A look at the most popular industries and the trends shaping their future. How Pizza Hut Made a Comeback Lower prices and a new restaurant design propel Pizza Hut back into the top 10 on this year's Franchise 500 List. Finding Franchise Funds in 2012 SBA franchise loans are on the rise, but you still need seed money and a carefully honed business plan. The SBA's Steve Smits provides advice.

UPCOMING ENTREPRENEUR EVENTS Subscribe to Entrepreneur December 2011 COVER STORY 2011 Trends From have it your way (chocolate bars included) to make it your way (with a little help from the pros) to go your own way (no PC necessary), the 10 trends defining opportunity next year. FEATURED FRANCHISE OPPORTUNITIES Rapid Refill From everyday printing to leading imaging supplies, Rapid Refill is your neighborhood source for all of your print solutions. ACFN North Americas ONLY ATM franchise ACFN works with you to develop & operate your own private network of ATM machines

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