Franchise Fever

Franchising is an econmic behmoth in the U.S., encompassing 250,000 businesses in more than 70 industries. Everyone knows the big names--McDonalds, Blockbuster, Dairy Queen but the median size operation is tiny, just 25 units. Fastest growing: 1-800-Got-Junk, Geeks on Call, Wild Bird Center, Curves, and Homes Instead of Senior Care.