Confidential · Zero-cost franchise brokerage
Find the franchise that fits your capital, market, goals & time.
I match you with vetted brands, verify your territory down to the ZIP code, and walk you through discovery — at no cost to you.
Broker of the Year · Bronze 2025Hundreds of vetted brands★★★★★ client reviews
01 — The map
Every light is a business someone owns.
Hundreds of vetted franchise brands across 15 industries. One advisor in your corner who works for you — not the franchisor.
02 — Your territory
Territories are exclusive.
Once a ZIP is gone, it's gone.
I cross-check franchisor databases to see which territories are actually open where you live.
03 — Main Street
From blueprint to Main Street.
I've built 10 businesses, sold 5, and run 7 franchise locations. Everything I recommend, I've lived.
04 — Your storefront
Your name on the door.
Your schedule. Your exit.
Owner-operator, semi-absentee or multi-unit — I help you size the business to the life you want.
05 — Open
The doors are open. Let's find yours.
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The Franchise Ownership Playbook
The real questions to ask before you buy a business.
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401(k) rollovers, SBA & more
"She doesn't pressure you, but wants to be there to help you make the right decision. Not just a sale for her."
— Ken HodgsonYour goals · your story · your fit
You bring the vision. I'll bring the roadmap.
Many people come to me ready to build something of their own. I take time to understand what that looks like for you — your schedule, your involvement, your goals — then match you with brands that fit your money, your market and your life.
- 100% free, always. Franchisors pay my fee from their marketing budget. They can't charge you more for working with me.
- ZIP-level territory checks. I verify which territories are actually open before you fall in love with a brand.
- Operator experience. 7 franchise units across 2 brands, 10 businesses built, 5 exits.
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Who I help
Which one sounds like you?
Pick your path — I'll pre-set the franchise finder to brands that fit it.
The Corporate Exit
Leave the 9-to-5 behind
Laid off, burned out, or just done building someone else's company. You want to own the outcome.
The Side-Business Builder
Keep your job, start your business
Semi-absentee models with a manager in place, so you can build equity without quitting yet.
The Portfolio Investor
Diversify with multi-unit
You already own a business or invest. You want scalable, recession-resistant units.
The Second Act
Veterans, retirees & families
Proven systems, training and support — a business you can run with family or hand down.
Franchise finder & territory check
Filter hundreds of brands by your money and your ZIP.
Set your numbers, tick the brands you like, and I'll verify territory availability for you — usually within one business day.
Brands that fit your numbers
Your matches are ready
Unlock brands that check your boxes
And I'll check the territory for you, saving you a lot of time and effort.
Remembered on this device. No spam — just your matches.
The FranMent roadmap
From first call to ribbon cutting.
I handle the research, territory checks and discovery coordination start to finish — at zero cost to you.
Financial & goal audit
We review your liquid capital, net worth, credit and how involved you want to be — owner-operator or semi-absentee. Most brands start around $50k liquid / $150k net worth, and funding can stretch further than you think.
Territory & ZIP mapping
I cross-reference franchisor databases to verify which ZIP codes and prime territories are open in your market — before you invest time in a brand.
Curated introductions
You'll get 2–4 hand-selected brands that fit your numbers and goals, and I set up the executive conversations for you.
Discovery day & launch
I guide you through the FDD and Item 19 financials, franchisee validation calls, funding and legal review, and the final award. Then you cut the ribbon.
Proprietary discovery engine
Take the Spot-On Assessment
Capital, credit and territory alignment scoring plus lifestyle archetype matching — your personalized franchise blueprint, delivered to your inbox.
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Fund it the smart way
SBA loans, ROBS 401(k) rollovers, equipment and unsecured options. I connect you with funding partners early so nothing stalls at the finish line.
Meet your advisor
A broker who has actually built, sold & run the businesses.
I've built 10 businesses over 20+ years and sold five — founding startups from scratch and scaling as a top franchisee, with seven franchise locations across two brands, including four 9Round locations where I was a top franchisee four years running. For 7+ years I've been an award-winning franchise broker, helping hundreds of people find the right business to own.
I also own ReadySetOwn Marketing, so I can show you how to bring in customers from day one. Wife, mom, and grammy of two — and your partner on the road to ownership.
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What owners say about working with Maria.
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Insights
Franchise ownership, without the hype.
Your future has a ZIP code
Let's see what's open near you.
A free, no-pressure 15-minute call. Bring your questions — I'll bring the shortlist.