A franchise is simply investing money into a location or store and then having the store become your own business after you have learned how to run the entire business. You earn the majority of the profits and you don't have to worry about operations either. The company will tell you how they run the entire business, and that is why it is a huge and very easy way to get rich. Franchises require a fairly large investment depending on the business you plan to purchase. However, if the business is in high demand, profits can be made. Take for example the Cold Stone Creamery business. Countless people purchase one of their many franchises. The money is very good, the opportunities are endless and the fact that there is no longer a need for advertising is what makes this investment more worthwhile in the long run.