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Starting a business can be a long process if you start from scratch. However, if you look at the top money-making businesses, you\u2019ll find many of them are franchises\u2014like restaurants, gyms, or even construction and renovation companies. Opening a franchise can not only be faster, but you don\u2019t have to worry about building your brand or developing operations manuals. So if you\u2019re saying, \u201cI want to start a business, but have no ideas,\u201d we have great news! You have hundreds of options to choose from when it comes to starting your own franchise. In this blog, we\u2019ll look at how quickly you can start your own business and share a few examples of franchises you can own.<\/p>\n

How Can I Start a Business Immediately<\/strong>?<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Depending on how immediately you\u2019d like to start your business, you should be prepared to spend several months getting your documents and materials ready. The process can take quite a while if you\u2019re starting from scratch. In fact, Entrepreneur<\/em><\/a> states it can take anywhere from six months to a year to get all of the necessary requirements completed before you open up shop. On top of that, it can take two to three years\u2014or even four\u2014to become profitable as a business<\/a>. That means after a year of planning and completing the necessary steps to open your business, it can still take multiple years before you reach success.<\/p>\n

In contrast, according to the US Small Business Administration (SBA), if you invest in a home-based franchise opportunity, you can open your doors about two months after completing and submitting the paperwork. With non-home-based franchises, the process can take a little bit longer, but not by much. LegalZoom<\/a> says that can take anywhere from three to four months, on average.<\/p>\n

This time difference is, in part, due to the business plans set up by franchisors. Because planning is already completed, you can focus on finding the right franchise to meet your wants and needs. From training to marketing, you don\u2019t have to worry about doing it yourself. And that\u2019s why starting a business immediately is easiest when investing in a franchise.<\/p>\n

What Is the Fastest Business to Start<\/strong>?<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Beyond opening an individual business like consulting or freelancing, the fastest business to start is a franchise. With business format franchises, you\u2019ll have access to all of the operational materials you need to hit the ground running. That means you don\u2019t have to worry about developing training techniques, marketing, or sourcing inventory on your own. You\u2019ll still need to fill out paperwork like the franchise disclosure agreement (FDD) and the franchise agreement itself.<\/p>\n

Once the paperwork is complete, your franchisor will give you an operations manual. Some franchisors also help you find ideal locations\u2014including in certain territories if they have limitations or preferences. However, after the paperwork is submitted, you should expect to be in business within three or four months. This timeline can depend on case-by-case development, like construction or renovation.<\/p>\n

One way to avoid the more intricate location details is to start a home-based franchise<\/a>. These franchises allow you to set up shop in your own home, so you don\u2019t have to worry about storefronts or the spending that comes with physical locations. That means you can begin shortly after the paperwork is completed.<\/p>\n

What Are Hot New Business Ideas<\/strong> to Start Right Away?<\/strong><\/h2>\n

Franchise Gator offers hundreds of different franchises you can choose from to start right away. Here are a few examples of 3 unique business ideas you can invest in right now:<\/p>\n