Certified Advanced Franchise Consultants

Confident franchise ownership starts with the right guide

We help corporate executives, veterans, and aspiring entrepreneurs navigate franchise decisions with clarity — and build something that lasts.

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Tony Brooks, founder of Best Franchises To Own

Tony Brooks, CAFC
Founder & CEO · Navy Veteran · 18 Years Franchise Ownership

4
CAFC Consultants
18 yrs
Franchise Ownership
500+
Franchises Evaluated
Veteran-led
Navy Veteran Founder

You’re not alone

Franchise decisions feel enormous. We know.

“There are thousands of franchises. How do I even know where to begin?”
“I’m terrified of making a $200K mistake that derails everything I’ve built.”
“Every consultant I’ve met just wants to push me toward their highest commission.”
“I want freedom and flexibility — but I don’t know which model delivers that.”

That’s exactly why Best Franchises To Own® exists.

We’re not a franchise directory. We’re not a lead-generation platform. We’re a team of Certified Advanced Franchise Consultants who have personally built and operated franchises — and who dedicate that expertise to helping you avoid the mistakes we’ve seen others make.

Our only goal is helping you find the right fit for your life, your goals, and the legacy you want to build.

Start with a free conversation

How we work

A clear path from uncertainty to ownership

Three steps. No mystery. No pressure. A guided process built entirely around you.

01
Discover
We learn your goals, lifestyle needs, capital comfort, and what long-term success means for you and your family.

02
Match
We identify franchises genuinely aligned with your profile — not just what’s popular or what generates the highest commission.

03
Launch
We guide you through due diligence, franchisor meetings, and negotiations — all the way to the day you open your doors.

Who we serve

Does this sound like you?

We work with people at major turning points — ready to take control, build something real, and stop waiting for the right moment.

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Corporate executive
You’ve spent decades building someone else’s vision. You’re ready — financially and mentally — to build your own.

Military veteran
Your service taught you discipline, leadership, and performance under pressure. Franchise ownership rewards exactly those skills.

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Aspiring entrepreneur
You want a proven system, not a startup from scratch. You want guidance, not guesswork.

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Legacy builder
You’re thinking beyond income — you want something your family can grow with for decades.

Client outcomes

Real people. Real transformations. Real ownership.

After 22 years in corporate America, Tony helped me find exactly the right fit. I never felt pushed — only guided. I’m now a multi-unit owner and I haven’t looked back.

James W.
Former VP of Operations

→ Multi-unit franchise owner

As a Navy vet, the transition felt overwhelming. Tony spoke my language, understood the stakes, and walked me through everything. Best decision I’ve made for my family.

Marcus T.
Navy Veteran

→ Franchise owner, 2 territories

Julie’s finance background gave me real clarity — no fluff, just honest analysis. I went in knowing exactly what I was doing. That confidence made all the difference.

Sandra M.
Corporate Finance Director

→ Franchise owner

From Tony, directly

A message from our founder


90 seconds · No sales pitch · Tony speaking candidly about who he serves and why

Why we’re different

Most consultants sell franchises. We help you choose the right life.

Typical franchise consultants
The industry norm


Commission-driven recommendations

Speed and volume over long-term fit

Disappear after placement is made

Limited real-world franchise experience

One-size-fits-all approach

The Better Way
Best Franchises To Own®
How we work with you


Client alignment above everything else

Legacy and lifestyle-first matching

Guided from first call through launch day

18 years real franchise ownership experience

Tailored strategy built around your goals

Your next step

Your next chapter starts with one conversation

Book a free strategy session with one of our certified consultants. No pitch. No pressure. Just clarity on whether franchise ownership is right for you — and if so, how to do it right.

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